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Oil Rally and War Risks Keep Markets on Edge

Stocks churned and closed mixed as escalating Iran-related tensions overshadowed otherwise benign inflation data, while oil extended its rally despite the IEA’s record reserve release.

Why the Rising Cost of Living Has Become Americans’ Biggest Monetary Burden

Americans now identify the rising cost of living as their main financial concern, making it a frequent topic in discussions between registered investment advisers (RIAs) and clients. 

Stocks Whipsawed by Oil Volatility as Iran War Drives Uncertainty

Markets churned Tuesday as sharp swings in oil tied to conflicting headlines around the Iran conflict drove risk sentiment, leaving equities little changed overall while rates edged higher and safe havens gained.

Pump Prices & Paydays: Why Memphis Families Should Watch This Oil Chart

Watching oil prices isn’t just for Wall Street—Memphis families can use this chart to track where local gas and energy costs are heading. 

Geopolitics, Spiking Oil, and Staying Invested Amid the Iran Conflict

At the start of the week, financial markets stumbled, and crude oil prices neared $120 a barrel amid anxiety over the escalating conflict with Iran. 

Stocks Rebound on Ceasefire Hopes as Oil Pulls Back

Wall Street rebounded Monday after a volatile session as hopes the Iran conflict may be nearing an end drove a late-day risk-on shift, lifting equities and bonds while pulling oil sharply lower.

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