GLOBAL MARKET UPDATE

Advisory Bazaar Info Services

🔹 Global Equity Markets Under Pressure

U.S. equity markets ended lower on Tuesday, with major indices declining in the range of 0.71% to 1.03%. The selloff was driven by weakness in global bond markets and a sharp rise in crude oil prices amid heightened geopolitical tensions.

European equity markets also closed lower, with major indices declining between 0.32% and 1.11%.

Asian equity markets are trading lower today as rising oil prices push bond yields higher and raise concerns that persistent inflation could force central banks to maintain or tighten monetary policy.

🔹 GIFT Nifty

GIFT Nifty is trading little changed, with Nifty futures likely to open around the 24,020 level.

🔹 Crude Oil Prices Surge

Crude oil prices extended gains for a third consecutive session, with Brent crude moving closer to the psychologically important $100-per-barrel mark.

The latest escalation in tensions between the U.S. and Iran has added fresh momentum to the oil rally, while concerns over prolonged disruptions to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz continue to support prices.

As of the latest update:

* Brent Crude: Up 1.10% at $96.25 per barrel

* WTI Crude: Up 1.46% at $91.54 per barrel

🔹 Bond Yields and Inflation Concerns

Rising oil prices have intensified pressure on global bond markets, pushing yields toward their highest levels since 2008.

Higher energy costs are raising concerns over renewed inflationary pressure, increasing the possibility that central banks may keep interest rates higher for longer or adopt a more restrictive policy stance.

🔹 Geopolitical Risks Remain in Focus

The escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and the potential impact on energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain key risks for global financial markets.

Further gains in crude oil prices could increase volatility across equity, bond and currency markets in the coming sessions.