Mar. 13 at 12:59 PM
Markets remain under pressure after two difficult weeks driven by geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty. The S&P 500 has fallen about 3% since the start of the U.S. conflict with Iran, while oil prices have climbed above
$100 a barrel and the VIX volatility index is nearing 30, signaling elevated market stress and the potential for large swings on Friday the 13th.
At the same time, the U.S. is developing a “Plan B” tariff strategy after the Supreme Court struck down earlier tariffs, launching Section 301 investigations into manufacturing sectors across several countries. New tariffs could emerge by midyear, forcing importers to reassess supply chains.
Elsewhere, the EV sector continues to face headwinds as companies reassess strategies and demand growth slows. Meanwhile, a private credit fund managed by Morgan Stanley capped investor withdrawals following heavy redemption requests, highlighting concerns about liquidity in the industry.
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