U.S. Stocks Fall Amid Iran Tensions, Mixed Earnings; Gold Hits Record Highs

U.S. stock markets declined for a fourth consecutive day amid geopolitical tensions related to Iran, mixed corporate earnings, and a rotation away from technology stocks. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all fell, with financial and tech sectors notably pressured. Meanwhile, gold and silver prices surged to record highs as investors sought safe havens. Asian shares followed Wall Street's weakness, with oil prices dropping after U.S. President Trump indicated a potential pause in military action against Iran.