Why Is the Stock Market Ignoring the Iran War? 📉
Despite a global energy crunch from Iran's war, the S&P 500 remains unaffected. What's behind the market's disconnect from reality?
The Economist
224.5K views • May 19, 2026
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The war in Iran has caused a global energy crunch not seen in years. But take a look at the S&P 500 since the the war broke out and it looks like investors are unfazed. Our capital markets correspondent, Joshua Roberts, explains why the stockmarket is ignoring reality. #markets #finance #wallstreet
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