David Scutt analyses market trends, geopolitical influences, and economic outlook amid stock performance and the Iran conflict
U.S. stock indexes closed the first quarter on a positive note, driven by optimism over easing tensions in Iran. Despite the S&P 500 recording its worst Q1 since 2022, investors responded to signs of geopolitical stability with renewed confidence.
David Scutt from StoneX unpacks the key factors behind the late-quarter rally and how global events influenced market sentiment.
Energy and tech stocks played a pivotal role, with some sectors outperforming expectations even amid market uncertainty.
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