Nasdaq 100 Dips on Geopolitical Tensions — The Close (7/8/2026)

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Markets wobble as geopolitical tensions lift Treasury yields; experts discuss bonds, gold, AI infrastructure, Alibaba’s rebound, Levi’s earnings, energy rally and travel slump ahead of and after the July 8 close.

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Bloomberg's The Close spent the session tracing why the Nasdaq 100 wobbled as Fed minutes, inflation fears and fresh geopolitical flashpoints collided with an AI and energy narrative. Guests from Nuveen, State Street and Morgan Stanley argued the same two mechanics from different seats: higher volatility lifts trading and data revenues, while higher rates and geopolitical risk can chill listings and capital markets activity. For owners of Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) the show highlighted how macro noise can quickly swing an exchange operator’s revenue mix.