How could S&P 500 Iran tensions affect the STI today?

They can set a cautious tone at the open, with oil‑sensitive and rate‑sensitive counters under pressure if crude rises and USD firms. If Wall Street trades range‑bound, STI may also chop. Strong de‑escalation headlines would help cyclicals, while escalation can shift demand toward defensives and cash‑flow quality.

Which sectors tend to benefit during Middle East escalation?

Energy producers and diversified energy services may see support on higher crude. Global defense and cybersecurity can attract flows. Precious metals and the USD often gain on safe‑haven demand. Rate‑sensitive growth and travel‑exposed names usually lag when oil price volatility rises and funding conditions tighten.

What S&P 500 levels matter most right now?

Key reference points are 6,859 to 6,899 as near support, 6,947 and 6,993 as resistance, and 7,002 as the year high to beat. Deeper support sits near 6,799 and the 200‑day average around 6,555. ATR near 80 points helps set stops and position sizes.

How can a Singapore investor hedge oil price volatility?

Use diversified energy funds instead of single names, avoid over‑concentration, and stagger hedges rather than one‑off buys. For portfolios with fuel exposure, pair equity risk with partial USD cash or gold. Keep position sizes small, pre‑define exits, and review hedges when policy or supply headlines change.

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^GSPC Today, February 28: US‑Iran Strike Risk Puts Markets on Edge

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 28, 2026

S&P 500 Iran tensions are back in focus as talks ended without a deal and Washington warned citizens to leave the region. Geopolitical premium can rise fast, pulling on oil, yields, and global risk appetite. For Singapore investors, Middle East escalation can shape STI sentiment through energy costs, USD strength, and safe‑haven demand. We outline the setup, key S&P 500 levels, and a simple playbook for risk control while headline sensitivity stays high today.