Massive sell-off on Wall Street due to geopolitical uncertainties

On Wall Street, there was a widespread sell-off of stocks, driven by uncertainties related to the conflict between the United States and Israel and Iran. Nasdaq recorded its strongest decline since the turmoil in April 2025, when the trade tariffs announced by Donald Trump caused crashes in the financial markets. The technology sector, which had dominated stock market gains, was the most affected, with shares of giants like Microsoft, Alphabet, and Nvidia declining.

Investors fear a correction, considering that Nasdaq has dropped nearly 23% from its 2024 record. Recently, Meta Platforms lost 8% after unfavorable court decisions, and other stocks, such as Nvidia and Tesla, recorded significant declines. Although sales have been influenced by inflation fears, investors are also concerned about the time required for investments in artificial intelligence to generate profits. Market strategists warn that enthusiasm has waned and that it is unrealistic to expect a quick recovery of the markets.