Pre-Market Report – Tuesday 3 March: US markets shrug off Iranian war | Gold takes a break

US equities were mostly higher in Monday trading, ending a bit off best levels. Big tech was mostly higher with NVDA the upside standout. Other outperformers included energy (crude), defense (Iran), software, banks (particularly regionals), PE, insurers, steel, rails, small-caps, and E&Cs. Laggards included airlines (fuel-price concerns), homebuilders (yields), semis, HDDs, managed care (ELV), pharma/biotech, MedTech, building products, travel/tourism, casual diners, apparel, housing-related retail, HPCs, beverages, and China tech. Treasuries came under meaningful pressure with yields up 9-10 bp at the short end of the curve. Dollar index was up 1.0%. Gold finished up 1.2%, though off best levels. Silver was down 4.8%. Bitcoin futures were up 5.8%. WTI crude settled up 6.3% and closed at its highest level since last June (though came off even higher overnight levels).SPI down 20 - Gold up slightly - Oil up on Strait closure news.—Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.