Stocks tumble as AI rout deepens; US-Iran strikes keep oil supported

Stocks tumble as AI rout deepens; US-Iran strikes keep oil supported

July 17, 2026 · 5 min

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The episode discusses the decline in stock prices due to AI-related selloffs and the impact of Middle East conflicts on oil prices.

Send us Fan Mail Chip selloff accelerates, drags broader tech stocks lower. Oil headed for best week since April as fighting in Middle East intensifies. Risk aversion lends support to gold, dollar steady amid hawkish Fedspeak. Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in the loss of your invested capital. *T&Cs apply. Please consider our Risk Disclosure: https://www.xm.com/goto/risk/en Risk warning is correct at the time of publication and may change. Please c...

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