The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down by -0.72%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is down by -0.71%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down by -0.88%. Stocks today are moderately lower as escalating Middle East tensions sparked long liquidation pressure in stocks. Israel began a limited ground assault into Lebanon, and US intelligence said that Iran is preparing to launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel. Corporate news today is mixed for stocks. Apple is down more than -2% after Barclays said availability for iPhone 16 suggests “softer demand” relative to …