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Last mentioned: Mar 4, 2026

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Markets Bearish

Energy Shock Propels Dollar to 3-Month High as Euro Slumps on Iran Conflict

A sharp escalation in Middle East hostilities has triggered a global flight to the U.S. dollar, as surging energy prices impose a "direct tax" on the Eurozone economy. With Brent crude hitting its highest level since mid-2024 and European gas prices jumping 70%, the euro has fallen to a three-month low, complicating the European Central Bank's inflation battle.

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Markets Bearish

Middle East Conflict Triggers Energy Shock, Pressuring Yen and Euro

The escalation of conflict in the Middle East has disrupted energy production, specifically Qatar's LNG output, driving the yen and euro lower against a surging U.S. dollar. As major energy importers, Japan and the Eurozone face heightened inflation risks, while the U.S. benefits from its status as a net energy exporter and safe-haven destination.

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