Israel’s airstrikes against Iranian nuclear and military facilities are the latest geopolitical shock to global financial markets that had just recovered from US President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
ASX slides as Iran-Israel tensions send oil prices higher
The Australian sharemarket fell slightly during Friday’s trading as fears of the fallout between Israel and Iran resulted in a broad sell-off on the market and investors rush to safe havens including …
Can Iran and its economy afford an extended war with Israel?
Iran’s economy, crippled by 32% inflation and $33bn reserves, struggles to match Israel’s $223bn war chest. Sanctions and stagnant growth tilt prolonged conflict in Tel Aviv’s favour.
Crude prices spike after Israel attacks Iran
Attacks prompt warning of harsh retaliation from Tehran, stoking concerns of wider regional conflict that could also impact oil production …
Oil prices surge as much as 13% as Israel strikes Iran in major escalation
Oil prices jumped as much as 13% after Israel launched strikes against Iran in major Middle East conflict escalation …
Safe-Haven Currencies Strengthen After Israel Launches Attack on Iran
Safe-haven currencies such as the Japanese yen and the Swiss franc strengthened in morning Asian session after Israel’s attack against Iran.
ASX slides as Iran-Israel tensions send oil prices higher
The Australian sharemarket fell slightly during Friday’s trading as fears of the fallout between Israel and Iran resulted in a broad sell-off on the market and investors rush to safe havens including …
JGB Yields Fall Sharply After Israel Carries out Strike Against Iran
Japanese government bond yields fell sharply as investors sought safety following news that Israel has carried out a strike against Iran.
Pakistan set to hold rates as Israel-Iran conflict overshadows growth push
Pakistan’s central bank is expected to hold its policy rate on Monday, a Reuters poll showed, as many analysts shifted their previous view of a cut in the wake of Israel’s military strike on Iran, …
China expresses deep concern about Israel’s attacks on Iran, urges de-escalation
China was deeply concerned about the Israeli attacks on Iran and urged de-escalation for regional peace and stability, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday.