Morning Call Market volatility, Nvidia reset, and rising geopolitical risks 3/27/26
Mar 27, 2026
Markets pivot as megacap tech cools and Nvidia tests key support. Oil spikes and rising yields drive inflation and volatility concerns. Geopolitical flareups in the Middle East and policy uncertainty rattle energy and trade flows. Space industry moves and chip-security debates add another layer of market drama.
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Inflation Expectations Spike From Oil And Yields
- Rising oil and Treasury yields have pushed one-year implied inflation expectations above 5 percent for the first time since 2022.
- Gina Martin-Adams warned this spike could keep valuations suppressed short-term and increase market volatility into 2026.
Stick To Allocation And Buy Selectively
- Stick to your long-term allocation plan and be selective about adding risk after the S&P fell below its 200-day moving average.
- Gina Martin-Adams suggests opportunistically buying oversold global and index names while preparing for near-term volatility.
Tanker CEO Says Hormuz Will Reopen Quickly
- Herbjorn Hansen recounted prior regional disruptions and said the Strait of Hormuz will reopen and trapped ships will be out in weeks not months.
- He cited past industry experience from the 1980s and typically quick market adjustments after blockages.