Consumer strain headlines contrasted with strong market gains across all indices

Markets extend gains as geopolitical tensions ease, VIX drops below 20

Iran ceasefire drives oil selloff and Fed cut speculation

Iran conflict concerns weigh on housing and employment despite easing volatility

Iran conflict fears spark inflation concerns and Fed pivot reversal

Rising volatility signals market unease amid geopolitical tensions and rate uncertainty

Rate hike bets intensify as VIX spikes amid Iran conflict spillover

Markets rally on Trump war-end hints while VIX retreats from elevated levels

Middle East conflict escalation drives global risk-off across Asian markets