Rosemeyer Management Group
March 2026 Market Snapshot
March in Review

March was a volatile month for the stock market, driven largely by geopolitical tensions. The U.S.–Iran conflict triggered a sharp surge in oil prices, which pressured global equities and fueled inflation concerns. Major indexes declined, with the S&P 500 falling about 5% and most sectors posting losses, while energy stocks were the main outperformer. Rising Treasury yields and reduced expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts added further strain. Despite a strong late-month rally on hopes of easing tensions, markets still closed the quarter down, reflecting heightened uncertainty and a shift toward defensive and value-oriented investments.
| Index | 1 Month | YTD |
|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones Industrial Average | -5.20% | -3.19% |
| Standard & Poor’s 500 Average | -4.98% | -4.33% |
| Russell 2000 (Small Cap Index) | -5.00% | 0.89% |
| Total U.S. Stock Market | -4.95% | -3.88% |
| MSCI ACWI ex USA (Intl. Index) | -10.79% | -0.71% |
| Barclay’s U.S. Agg. Bond Index | -1.76% | -0.05% |
Looking Forward:

On a Personal Note

Heidi recently adopted a new golden retriever puppy named Hermes. He is
fully housebroken, kennel trained, and always looking for every crumb he can find! He’s been a great addition to her household to help keep their other 3 year old golden retriever, Finn company. When those two play it sounds like mini horses running around! Heidi and her husband are looking forward to the warm summer days to take both dogs camping and hiking.
As a reminder tax day this year is April 15 th . If your taxes are finished, have
you provided us with a copy of the return? Having a copy of your tax return
enables us to ensure you are invested in a tax efficient manner. It also
allows us to plan ahead for future years. If you have not yet forwarded us your return – we encourage you to do so.