UAE stocks sell off as markets reopen from two-day closure after Iranian strikes
Exchanges in Dubai and Abu Dhabi were closed for two days after Iran launched a wave of strikes on the Gulf nation.
CNBC’s UK Exchange newsletter: FTSE 100’s defensive slant comes into its own
While the leading U.K. index is often seen as overwhelmingly defensive, those perceived weaknesses have proved to be a strength in times of crisis.
CNBC Daily Open: Markets take a beating despite Trump’s reassurances
Asian and U.S. markets saw losses across the board as Iran conflict enters its fifth day.
European markets finish higher as traders track Middle East turmoil
European stocks closed higher on Wednesday as markets continue to track developments in the Middle East.
War powers vote fails in the Senate, allowing Trump to continue Iran strikes
Follow the latest news after the U.S. and Israel launched a massive attack on Iran that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Middle East conflict poses fresh test to central banks as oil shock fuels inflation
Middle East conflict has posed a fresh test to central banks, with fears of an oil shock and renewed inflation risks changing their bid to shore up growth.
CNBC’s China Connection newsletter: New AI players think global from day one
Chinese startups rush to launch AI tools for overseas markets.
China’s factory activity slumps more than expected in February as holiday disrupts production
China’s factory activity faltered in February as manufacturers paused production and cargo shipment to celebrate an extended holiday.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump promises insurance and protection for Gulf shipping
“No matter what, the United States will ensure the FREE FLOW of ENERGY to the WORLD,” Trump added
South Korea’s Kospi sinks over 12% to clock its worst day as Iran conflict fuels risk-off sentiment
The Korea Exchange temporarily halted trading for the Kospi index on Wednesday. A circuit breaker was activated on the Kosdaq as well, which closed 14% lower at 978.44.
