Markets Tested as Iran Conflict Continues

Published on March 11, 2026

LPL Research reviews how the Iran conflict is affecting markets, highlighting energy risks, market resilience, and what investors should watch in the weeks ahead.

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Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin Briefly Breaks $70K

March 11, 2026
Bitcoin's closing price rose slightly this week, briefly breaking past the $70,000 mark before retracing to lower levels. BTC is down ~20% year-to-date and is sitting ~44% below its record close from October 2025.

Consumer Price Index: Inflation at 2.4% in February, as Expected

March 11, 2026
Inflation held steady in February as the headline figure for the Consumer Price Index remained at 2.4% year-over-year. This is unchanged from January and was consistent with the forecast.