US stock markets remained volatile on Tuesday as investors grappled with uncertainty surrounding the escalating conflict between the US and Iran. President Donald Trump set a fresh 8 PM ET deadline tied to the Strait of Hormuz, warning that an ‘entire civilization’ will be wiped off tonight.
The S&P 500 slipped around 0.3% in afternoon trading after earlier falling as much as 1.2%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped roughly 165 points (0.4%). The Nasdaq-100 also declined about 0.5%.
Market swings remained sharp and unpredictable. Within the first hour of trading alone, the Dow fluctuated between a gain of 74 points and a loss of 425, underscoring the fragile investor sentiment.
Investors are now watching closely for a decisive outcome, whether diplomatic or military, as the key trigger for market stability.
Until there is clarity on the geopolitical front, Wall Street is likely to remain volatile, with oil prices and inflation risks, an expert added.
