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Stocks Plunge Amid U.S.-Iran Conflict Escalation

3/1/2026

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  • Stocks experienced volatility last week as investors reacted to geopolitical tensions after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, with Nvidia and Broadcom among chip stocks facing losses.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump announced the start of major combat operations.
  • Iran retaliated with missile attacks on U.S. military sites.
  • The S&P 500 fell 0.4%.
  • The Nasdaq declined nearly 1%.