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ETF Winners & Losers of Q1 2026

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The Iran war materially reshaped Q1 markets, triggering oil shocks and inflation fears that sent energy, shipping and lithium ETFs sharply higher while tech and airlines lagged. Expect continued sector rotation and volatility with heightened sensitivity to oil-price moves and inflation data driving risk-off positioning across portfolios.

Analysis

The Iran war materially reshaped Q1 markets, triggering oil shocks and inflation fears that sent energy, shipping and lithium ETFs sharply higher while tech and airlines lagged. Expect continued sector rotation and volatility with heightened sensitivity to oil-price moves and inflation data driving risk-off positioning across portfolios.

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Market Sentiment

Overall Sentiment

mildly negative

Sentiment Score

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