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Joel Elconin - Markets Defy Geopolitical Tensions as Earnings Season Kicks Off

The KE Report Apr 16, 2026

Summary

Markets show resilience with V-shaped recovery, hitting all-time highs despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Earnings season focuses on mega-cap tech's ability to justify massive AI capex spending through tangible profitability results.

Lockout rally dynamics force sidelined investors to buy shallow dips as defensive sectors rotate back into growth.