The Economic Times

Global Market | Middle East Shockwave: Markets brace for oil, inflation and regime risk

Middle East conflict has become a central financial risk, unsettling markets amid geopolitical fragmentation and inflation. U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran's leader triggered retaliatory attacks, disrupting regional flights and oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Political uncertainty in Iran and potential supply disruptions are driving oil prices higher and impacting investor caution.