Stocks up on defence investment and metals boost
Global stock markets are reacting to ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, with oil prices stabilizing despite recent military strikes. Investors remain cautious as peace talks in Doha face uncertainty amid conflicting reports from both nations.
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Geopolitical instability in the Middle East continues to drive volatility in energy markets, impacting global economic outlooks.
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