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Briefing: Asian stocks slide as Iran war keeps oil near $100, dents rate-cut bets
Strategic angle: Rising oil prices due to the Iran conflict impact market confidence and monetary policy expectations.
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Updated 30 days ago
Asian stock markets are experiencing a downturn, primarily influenced by rising oil prices linked to geopolitical tensions in Iran.
Current oil prices are hovering around $100, which is affecting market confidence and leading to a reassessment of rate-cut expectations.
The sustained high oil prices contribute to inflationary pressures, thereby diminishing the likelihood of imminent rate cuts by central banks.