US-Iran War Escalation Sends Dow, Nasdaq Into Correction
The US-Iran military conflict intensified, sending all three major US indices sharply lower. The Dow and Nasdaq entered correction territory while the S&P 500 fell 1.67% to close at 6,369. The VIX fear index surged past 31.
On March 27, 2026, US equities plunged across the board as the US-Iran military conflict escalated sharply. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.73% to close at 45,167, officially joining the Nasdaq in correction territory. The S&P 500 dropped 108 points (-1.67%) to 6,369, while the Nasdaq 100 declined 1.93% to 23,133. The VIX fear index surged over 13% past the 31 level, reflecting extreme market anxiety.
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Conclusion
The US-Iran war is delivering significant shockwaves across global financial markets. With both the Dow and Nasdaq entering correction territory, investors should prepare for sustained high volatility. Using a rebalancing calculator to review current portfolio allocation ratios and increasing defensive ETF exposure to manage downside risk is the recommended strategy. Whether military operations conclude within the coming weeks will be the key variable determining market direction.
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