Investors brace for a 'long grind' as Iran war escalation dims hopes of a early end

U.S.-Iran strikes are continuing, and investors are increasingly worried the conflict could become more prolonged. The article points to a geopolitically driven risk-off backdrop with potential for broader market volatility and defensive positioning. No specific economic or company data are given, but the event has clear market-wide implications.

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U.S.-Iran strikes are continuing, and investors are increasingly worried the conflict could become more prolonged. The article points to a geopolitically driven risk-off backdrop with potential for broader market volatility and defensive positioning. No specific economic or company data are given, but the event has clear market-wide implications.