Another major warning sign is the stock market reaction.
Recent numbers show:
- Dow Jones fell 469 points
- Nasdaq dropped 2.4%
- S&P 500 fell 1.7%
Markets dislike uncertainty — and war creates exactly that.
Key investor concerns include:
- Longer conflict timeline
- More military spending
- Trade disruptions
- Energy shortages
- Global instability
When markets fall, it affects retirement funds, investments, jobs, and economic growth.
Historically, falling markets during wartime often reduce presidential approval ratings.
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