Next week, global markets are expected to navigate through heightened uncertainty and risk aversion due to the evolving geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran. According to BlockBeats, aside from geopolitical developments, several key macroeconomic events are scheduled. On Monday at 22:45 UTC+8, the final reading of the U.S. February S&P Global Manufacturing PMI will be released, followed by the U.S. February ISM Manufacturing PMI at 23:00 UTC+8. On Wednesday at 21:15 UTC+8, the U.S. February ADP employment figures will be announced. Thursday will see the release of the Federal Reserve's Beige Book at 03:00 UTC+8, the U.S. February Challenger job cuts at 20:30 UTC+8, and the initial jobless claims for the week ending February 28, along with the U.S. January import price index at 21:30 UTC+8. On Friday at 21:30 UTC+8, the U.S. February unemployment rate, seasonally adjusted non-farm payrolls, and the U.S. January retail sales monthly rate will be reported. In the U.S. stock market, recent data indicates that the Nasdaq Composite Index has failed to reach new highs for four consecutive months. Both the S&P 500 Index and the Nasdaq Index have experienced their worst monthly performance since March of last year. This trend reflects growing investor skepticism about the ability of AI technology to translate into tangible profits, as Wall Street navigates a turbulent period led by tech stocks.

On March 1, Elon Musk announced that the X platform experienced its highest usage ever. According to BlockBeats, Musk referenced a tweet from X product manager Nikita Bier, who noted that the day marked the highest traffic in the platform's history.

On February 28, local time, a military strike by the U.S. and Israel on Iran heightened global risk aversion, according to PANews. Analysts predict a significant rise in the prices of gold and other precious metals. However, following an increase on February 28, gold prices experienced a sharp decline on March 1. Economist Pan Helin, a member of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's Information and Communication Economics Expert Committee, noted that the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has altered short-term market expectations, suggesting a potential stabilization of the Iranian situation. If Iran can smoothly transition its leadership post-Khamenei, the capital markets might see a complete reversal in expectations, leading to a decrease in gold and oil prices and a rise in U.S. stocks, particularly industrial stocks. Nonetheless, the uncertainty of war and Khamenei's death could further destabilize the situation in Iran.

Macau's gaming revenue experienced a notable increase of 4.5% in February, surpassing expectations. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that the world's largest gambling hub benefited significantly from the influx of tourists during the Lunar New Year celebrations. This period traditionally sees a rise in visitor numbers, contributing to the economic uplift in the region. The growth in gaming revenue underscores the importance of tourism to Macau's economy, particularly during festive seasons. The positive performance in February marks a promising start for the year, as the city continues to recover from previous economic challenges.

Iran is set to establish an interim leadership council on March 1, according to Jin10. This announcement was made by Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader. The formation of this council marks a significant development in the country's political landscape. Further details on the council's composition and objectives are yet to be disclosed.

Today, a chilling stillness hangs over Shemiran, a district in northern Tehran. For Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, this stillness usually signifies security, but on this day, it becomes a prelude to death.

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On March 1, following a U.S. airstrike on Iran, decentralized prediction platform Polymarket introduced over ten contracts related to the U.S.-Iran conflict. According to BlockBeats, the total amount wagered on these contracts has exceeded $600 million. One notable contract, "Will Khamenei lose his position as Supreme Leader by March 31?" settled at 100% following confirmation of his death, with a single market transaction volume reaching $45 million. Another contract, "Will the U.S. strike Iran by a certain date?" launched in December last year, has accumulated a transaction volume of $529 million, making it one of the largest markets in the platform's history. Additionally, the contract "Will the Iranian regime collapse by June 30?" currently shows a probability of 54%, while the contract "Will the U.S. deploy troops to Iran by March 7?" has a probability of approximately 28%. Blockchain analysis firm Bubblemaps highlighted that six wallets made precise bets on "The U.S. will strike Iran on February 28," profiting around $1.2 million, raising concerns about potential insider trading.

before-and-after satellite images, Ayatollah Khamenei residence, U. S. and Israeli strikes - Airbus data via ABC Verify confirms damage; some claims unverified. source: https://coincu.com/news/satellite-images-show-damage-at-khamenei-site-after-strikes/

1. Bitcoin's February 2026 return was -14.94%, marking the third lowest monthly return since 2013; 2. Kalshi CEO: Opposes profiting from individual deaths and will refund fees related to the "Khamenei's resignation" market; 3. Musk: X platform adds timeline theme selection function; 4. Trump: Resolving the Iran issue through diplomatic means is still feasible and "much easier now"; 5. Iranian Revolutionary Guard claims missile hit Israeli General Staff headquarters; 6. US media: Pressure from Saudi Arabia and Israel prompted Trump to order attacks on Iran; 7. US and Israel launched attacks during the Khamenei meeting, Iranian Revolutionary Guard says it will retaliate; 8. BTCS executive: Crypto Treasury companies may see a consolidation wave in 2026; 9. Michael Saylor: STRC's deferred dividend yield increased to 11.50% in March 2026; 10. Sam Altman responds to US War Department's choice of OpenAI over Anthropic: Possibly due to disagreements over operational control; 11. Iranian media: Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei has been assassinated.

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