US stock markets opened lower on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average leading the decline by 0.59%.
The S&P 500 fell 0.19%, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 0.05%, marking a cautious start to the trading week.
The broad-based weakness reflects persistent investor anxiety over geopolitical developments in the Middle East.
Concerns regarding potential disruptions to shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz continue to cap risk appetite, particularly for energy-sensitive sectors.
This session follows a period of mixed performance, with US equities posting modest gains earlier in the week before retreating.
The technology sector, which has seen significant volatility, remains under pressure as traders weigh macroeconomic data against geopolitical uncertainties.