S&P 500 Snapshot: 50-Day MA Becomes A Pivot Point Amid February Volatility

Seeking Alpha

March 01, 2026

The S&P 500 slipped back below its 50-day moving average to end the week, marking the index's seventh cross of the key trendline this February. The index finished the week with a loss of -0.4% and is now 1.43% off its all-time high from January 27, 2026.

Colombia: Value, Votes, And A Venezuelan Tailwind

Seeking Alpha

February 28, 2026

Despite recent strong momentum, Colombia is one of the cheapest emerging market countries and trades below 9x P/E with a strong ~7% dividend yield. Upcoming presidential elections in May present an opportunity for the country to return towards center-right leadership after four years of far-left control under the Petro administration.

Drone warfare could mean investors need a new guidebook for this Iran conflict

Market Watch

February 28, 2026

Investors should brace for a U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran that could be complicated by drone warfare, according to Marko Papic, chief strategist at BCA Research.

The Fallout Of U.S.-Iran Round Two

Seeking Alpha

February 28, 2026

The recent escalation of U.S. and Iranian militaries has caused a closure of the Strait of Hormuz, halting oil shipments and leaving many questions. Oil prices could spike if the strait remains closed, but the U.S. economy and equities are relatively insulated from direct supply shocks.

The U.S.-Iran War: Phase One

Seeking Alpha

February 28, 2026

Operation Epic Fury started Phase One of the US-Iran war, where the mission is regime change in Iran. At this point, Phase One is benign for the financial markets, as the regional energy infrastructure is not targeted.