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Market Overview - Futures are trading flat as the mid-point of the trading week is reached, with major indices holding steady amid ongoing conflict in Iran [2] - The Nasdaq closed at 22,697, up 0.01%, while the Dow Jones Industrial closed down 0.07% at 47,706, the S&P 500 ended at 6,781, down 0.21%, and the Russell 2000 closed at 2,548, down 0.22% [2] Treasury Bonds - Yields increased across the Treasury curve as investors monitored Middle East tensions and President Trump's comments on military progress in Iran [3] - The 30-year long bond closed at 4.79% and the benchmark 10-year note was at 4.16% [3] - The Treasury Department is conducting buybacks to improve liquidity in the Treasury market, particularly in the 7-year to 10-year maturity sector [3] Oil and Gas - Oil prices declined as traders took profits after significant gains, with Brent Crude finishing at $90.90, down 8.14%, and West Texas Intermediate at $86.39, down 8.84% [4] - Natural gas closed at $3.06, down 1.92% [4] - Iran's threat to mine the Strait of Hormuz may complicate the situation, although much of its navy has been destroyed [4] Precious Metals - The precious metals market saw gains, with gold closing at $5,190, up 1.06%, and silver at $88.19, up 1.50% [5] - BlackRock indicated continued upside potential for both gold and silver [5] Investor Sentiment - Following a strong Monday, the stock market paused as investors anticipated changes in the investment landscape [6] - The potential for a quick resolution to the Iran conflict is currently keeping selling pressure at bay [6] - Declining energy prices are alleviating some inflation concerns [6]