📉 Markets remained under pressure this week.

Renewed U.S.–Iran tensions continued to weigh on investor sentiment despite reports of possible peace talks. The S&P 500 finished little changed, the Nasdaq slipped as semiconductor stocks retreated, while the Dow was lifted by strength in Apple. Although oil prices eased from recent highs, Brent crude remained elevated after briefly crossing the $100 mark, keeping inflation concerns alive. Markets still expect the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates at its upcoming meeting, but a September rate hike remains possible if energy prices keep inflation elevated.

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