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European Central Bank official says prolonged Iran war may force rate hikes: Report

European Central Bank official says prolonged Iran war may force rate hikes: Report

Rates could rise as soon as April if energy shock proves persistent, with conflict lasting beyond June likely requiring action, Pierre Wunsch tells Bloomberg Television

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Brent crude oil above $110 per barrel again on escalating Mideast supply fears
27.03.2026

Brent crude oil above $110 per barrel again on escalating Mideast supply fears

Ongoing Middle East conflict, continued disruption risks in Strait of Hormuz push global oil prices higher, reviving concerns over tighter supply, broader energy shock

Japan’s 10-year bond yield hits highest level since 1999 on rate hike bets
27.03.2026

Japan’s 10-year bond yield hits highest level since 1999 on rate hike bets

Rising oil prices and inflation pressures fuel expectations of BOJ tightening

Global markets mixed as Middle East fears replace peace hopes, bond yields rise
27.03.2026

Global markets mixed as Middle East fears replace peace hopes, bond yields rise

Persistent concerns over prolonged regional tensions keep oil prices elevated and inflation risks in focus, while investors reassess Fed and ECB policy paths

US stocks see highest drop since beginning of Iran war
27.03.2026

US stocks see highest drop since beginning of Iran war

Dow Jones loses 1.01%, Nasdaq 2.38%, and S&P 500 1.74%; European indexes also close day in red

Brent crude oil futures jump over 5% on Middle East supply fears
26.03.2026

Brent crude oil futures jump over 5% on Middle East supply fears

Oil prices exceed $107 per barrel as escalating conflict in Middle East deepens concerns over supply disruptions and keeps global energy markets volatile