Financial markets weaken as oil and gas prices surge
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Updated · CaixaBank Research · May 5
Financial markets weaken as oil and gas prices surge
6 articles · Updated · CaixaBank Research · May 5
European equities led declines on Monday, sovereign bond yields rose in Europe and the US, and euro-area peripheral risk premia widened as Middle East tensions intensified.
The dollar strengthened against the euro, while the yen slipped, prompting speculation Japan could intervene again if the currency weakens further.
Earlier, Asian shares gained on AI-driven technology demand, especially in South Korea and Taiwan, and US factory orders beat expectations in March, while gold prices fell despite broader market anxiety.
How might Asia’s AI-driven boom reshape global markets if energy disruptions and inflation persist into 2027?
Could the unprecedented oil supply shock and Middle East conflict trigger a permanent shift in global economic power and energy strategy?
With the Strait of Hormuz nearly closed, what alternative strategies could energy-dependent countries pursue to avoid future crises?