Last mentioned: Mar 24, 2026
Commodity Divergence
Oil prices bounce back from early dips as traders price in a persistent geopolitical risk premium despite the pause.
Asian Market Open
Nikkei and Hang Seng open higher; Australian miners lead a regional rally in risk assets.
The U-Turn
President Trump announces a pause in strike plans, citing 'productive' initial talks and warnings from allies.
Escalation Peak
Reports of imminent U.S. military strikes against Iranian targets circulate, causing oil prices to spike and stocks to tumble.
Day Seven Milestone
Asian shares show mixed performance as the conflict enters its second week without a clear resolution.
Asian Surge
Asian markets open higher, tracking US gains and energy price stability.
Strategic Pivot
Conflict reaches day six; focus shifts to long-term infrastructure and energy supply chain risks.
US Rebound
Wall Street recovers as economic updates show resilience and oil spikes pause.
Market Bottom
Nikkei 225 and S&P 500 hit weekly lows amid inflation fears.
Conflict Escalation
Middle East tensions drive oil prices higher; global markets slide.
Market Shock Phase
Global equities see sharp sell-offs as investors move to safe-haven assets like gold and bonds.
Conflict Outbreak
Initial hostilities commence in Iran, triggering a global spike in oil prices.
Asian equities surged after President Trump announced a pause in planned military strikes against Iran, signaling a temporary de-escalation of Middle East tensions. Despite the relief in stock markets, crude oil prices climbed as investors remain wary of the fragile security situation and potential for future volatility.
Asian equities surged on Tuesday, following a robust performance on Wall Street as global energy pressures eased. The retreat of crude oil prices to approximately $90 per barrel has provided a significant relief valve for inflation-sensitive markets across the Asia-Pacific region.
Major Asian indices saw sharp declines on Monday as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East sparked a global 'risk-off' sentiment. Surging energy prices and concerns over supply chain stability have hit energy-dependent economies particularly hard, leading to a broad sell-off in tech and manufacturing.
Asian equity markets delivered a mixed performance on March 6, 2026, as the conflict in Iran reached its seventh day. Investors are transitioning from initial shock to a complex assessment of long-term energy security and regional stability.
Asian equities surged on Thursday, tracking a recovery in US markets as global oil prices stabilized after a period of geopolitical-driven volatility. The easing of energy costs has provided a critical reprieve for regional economies, mitigating immediate inflation fears and boosting investor confidence.