Stocks Volatility Drives Investors to Seek Shelter in Dollar, Gold Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Growing volatility in U.S. stocks is driving investors to seek defensive assets, though safe havens may be scarce.

Rising bond yields have dampened risk appetite and provided competition to stocks.

Fears over geopolitical tensions and a weaker earnings report from Tesla have made investors more anxious.

While Treasuries and staples stocks are not providing their usual defense, investors are turning to the dollar, gold, and short-term debt.

Key events in the week ahead include major tech earnings reports and continued geopolitical uncertainty.