Global Stock Market Slump Amid Middle East Tensions

Global shares fell sharply following increased tensions in the Middle East, impacting financial markets worldwide. The conflict has led to significant geopolitical uncertainty, affecting inflation and interest rates. Despite steady inflation in the US, tariffs and oil prices are causing concern about future economic growth.

Global stock markets experienced a downturn on Thursday as tensions escalated in the Middle East, significantly impacting financial markets.

With the conflict extending into its seventh day, Iran's foreign minister plans to meet with European counterparts in Geneva, while Israel targets Iran's nuclear sites. As a result, European stock indexes, including France's CAC 40 and Germany's DAX, saw declines.

The Federal Reserve decided to hold its key interest rate steady, signaling potential rate cuts within the year. Amidst geopolitical and economic concerns, oil prices fluctuated, and economists anticipate possible inflation impacts from tariffs, complicating the global economic landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)