The #SP500 fell to 6,710 points amid increased risk aversion driven by the conflict in the Middle East. Fears of inflation and persistently high interest rates raised volatility and caution across WallStreet. #Gold weakens against a stronger dollar and shifting expectations around FED rate cuts. Escalation in the Persian Gulf and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by the IRGC have heightened tensions, but any rebound remains limited. #Bitcoin holds near $68,000, staying within February’s range amid geopolitical tensions that are dampening risk appetite. Core Scientific plans to sell a large portion of its BTC holdings in 2026 to strengthen liquidity and expand into AI. #WTI surged more than 6% to $78 amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and risks surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. The spread with Brent widened to $8, while the market closely monitors U.S. inventory data. #XScom #XScomGlobal