EconPulse Markets. Economy. Malaysia & The World. Tue, 18 Aug 2026
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S&P 500 inches lower as Middle East tensions outweigh tech gains

S&P 500 inches lower as Middle East tensions outweigh tech gains
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Summary

Markets weighed US-Iran tensions, while investors will keep a close eye on chipmakers' results for signs of whether the tech-driven momentum can last.

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