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Sep 21, 2026 Is Trump Secretly Pushing For A Deal When Iran's President Arrives In … Neutral

Sep 09, 2026 Trump's oil investments have gained millions during Iran war as his accounts … Bullish

Sep 05, 2026 Donald Trump's Tariff Policy Has Repeatedly Triggered Multi-Trillion-Dollar Stock Swings Since Early … Bearish

Aug 20, 2026 Trump Threatens Iran with ‘Economic D-Day.’ Are Energy Stocks Still Worth Chasing? Bullish

Is Trump Secretly Pushing For A Deal When Iran's President Arrives In NY ZeroHedge · Sep 21, 2026 Bearish

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What happened: President Trump's tariff policies since early 2025 have repeatedly triggered multi-trillion-dollar stock market swings, with most proposed tariffs not implemented as initially announced. On Thursday, Trump threatened Iran with "Economic D-Day," pushing Brent crude up 2% to $94. His personal energy investments have gained millions during the Iran conflict, with aggressive trading in energy stocks since February 2026.

Market impact: Energy stocks surged on the Iran threat, with XLE up 44% and tanker operator Frontline up 99% year-to-date. However, projected earnings growth of 57% for the sector is expected to reverse in 2027. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq slipped due to rising oil prices and bond yields rebounding after Treasury intervention.

What to watch next: Investors should monitor the implementation of any new tariffs and their impact on the market. Upcoming earnings reports from energy companies, such as ExxonMobil (XOM) on October 30, will provide insight into the sector's performance. Additionally, geopolitical developments regarding Iran, including any changes in economic pressure or military operations, will continue to influence energy stocks.

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Last UpdatedSep 22, 2026

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