Stellantis shares tumbled 5.82% to $7.62 a share by mid-morning trading after U.S.-Israeli air strikes on Iran triggered a broad sell-off in Detroit Three automakers. The decline deepened to 6.12% at 10:52 a.m., compared with a 0.43% drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Oil and gold prices surged as geopolitical tensions intensified, with investors rotating into safe-haven assets amid concerns over potential supply disruptions and higher fuel costs. The rally in commodities underlines investor caution and heightened market volatility.

Analysts warn that elevated gas prices could damp consumer sentiment and curb demand for big-ticket purchases, though they maintain that a U.S. recession remains unlikely. They note that typical market declines of 5% to 7% occur multiple times per year, making the current sell-off within historical norms.

Investors are advised to avoid emotional reactions and prepare for continued volatility in auto stocks, balancing short-term geopolitical risks against long-term automotive demand trends and potential fuel cost pressures. Strategic portfolio adjustments may help mitigate near-term market swings.