Market strategist Ed Yardeni cuts his 2026 S&P 500 forecast to 7,900, warning that rising bond yields, geopolitical instability, and election uncertainty create a challenging environment for equities.
Star strategist Ed Yardeni reduced his 2026 S&P 500 price target by 500 points to 7,900, signaling limited upside and increased caution for the index.
The Iran war is cited as a factor that could keep oil prices elevated.
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Wall Street bull Ed Yardeni has lowered his 2026 S&P 500 price target from 8,400 to 7,900, citing mounting macroeconomic pressures. Rising 10-year Treasury yields above 5%, ongoing geopolitical tensions in Iran, and political uncertainty surrounding the upcoming midterm elections have prompted a more cautious outlook for the index in the near term.
Yardeni cited concerns over rising 10-year Treasury yields, the ongoing conflict in Iran, and political uncertainty ahead of the November midterm elections.