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Oil Surges, Stocks Fall Amid Renewed Iran Tensions and Hormuz Concerns

Global financial markets reacted sharply to renewed tensions involving Iran and concerns over a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This uncertainty caused oil prices to surge and stock futures to slip, indicating heightened market anxiety.

19 Apr, 12:16 — 19 Apr, 22:38
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