Energy and defense stocks surge amid Israel-Iran tensions
Global stock markets are closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East, leading to significant gains in some stocks.
The ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran have directly impacted global investment markets, particularly those related to energy and military equipment.
Energy prices were the first indicator to react to this situation. Brent crude oil prices had surged nearly 6% before falling back somewhat, a move that directly benefited energy giants Exxon Mobil, Chevron and ConocoPhillips, which investors were anticipating earnings growth.
Meanwhile, defense and arms stocks also rose, as escalating conflicts fueled investor speculation that governments around the world may increase military spending. Stocks to watch include Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and RTX.
The impact isn't limited to that, but also extends to shipping, which could see volatility due to route changes and safety concerns. European companies like Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are buoyed.
However, there are also sectors that are negatively affected, particularly airline and travel stocks, as higher oil prices directly mean higher fuel costs, potentially reducing profits for airlines like Delta, United, and American Airlines, and potentially leading to travel delays.
In summary, this situation creates a clear divergence in the market, with energy and defense stocks benefiting, while airlines and tourism sectors face pressure, a short-term reflection that investors should closely monitor.Latest report on market movements
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1.https://th.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/article-93CH-388786
