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The FTSE MIB is currently trading flat, up a modest 0.04% at 49,596.75 points, as renewed Middle East tensions pushed Brent crude towards $97 per barrel, reviving inflation concerns. This cautious tone comes despite an unexpected recovery in Italian consumer confidence in May, which was offset by a fall in business morale to an eight-month low. Investors are also awaiting key US data releases today, with the index consolidating after reaching an all-time high of 50,050.35 points on May 14, 2026.

The FTSE Mid Cap index is trading flat today, currently at 61,781.02 points, reflecting a marginal +0.00% change. This muted performance comes amidst a backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions, with renewed US-Iran military exchanges driving Brent crude over 3% higher to $97.29 a barrel and US WTI crude up 3.42% to $91.71 a barrel. Concerns over inflation are also weighing on sentiment, exacerbated by higher energy prices and leading to a "higher for longer" interest rate narrative from central banks, while rising US Treasury yields further dampen the appeal of equities.

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The CAC 40 index is trading lower today, currently at 8,174.62 points, down 0.41%. This decline is primarily attributed to renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, specifically US-Iran hostilities, which have driven oil prices up by over $2 a barrel and contributed to rising bond yields across maturities. Domestically, French producer prices accelerated significantly in April 2026, rising by 2.1% year-on-year, further impacting market sentiment.

The CAC Next 20 index is trading lower today, currently at 12,230.33 points, a decline of 0.39%. This downturn comes amidst escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have driven oil prices higher and fuelled inflation fears. Additionally, rising US Treasury yields, with the 20-year bond at 5.05% and the 10-year note at 4.50%, are making equities less attractive to investors. Central bank officials, including ECB President Christine Lagarde, continue to highlight the persistent challenge of inflation, with the ECB signalling a potential rate hike in June, further impacting market sentiment.

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The IBEX 35 index is currently trading lower, down 0.43% at 18,301.10 points, as investors react to a confluence of negative factors. Renewed military escalation in the Persian Gulf, marked by strikes between the United States and Iran, has triggered a flight from risk and dampened market sentiment. This geopolitical tension, coupled with rising crude oil prices to US$97 a barrel and persistent inflation concerns ahead of upcoming US inflation data, is prompting investors to take profits in anticipation of more restrictive central bank policies.

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The FTSE 100 is trading lower today, currently at 10,421.88 points, a decline of 0.79% from its previous close. This downturn reflects broader negative sentiment across European markets, primarily driven by renewed geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran, which have pushed Brent crude towards $97 per barrel and exacerbated inflation concerns. Warnings from the European Central Bank regarding persistent energy inflation have further reinforced fears of a "higher for longer" interest rate environment.

The FTSE 250 index is trading lower today, currently at 23,318.66 points, down 0.28% from its previous close. Geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning US-Iran talks and the Strait of Hormuz, continue to influence energy markets, while lower UK grocery inflation and reduced oil prices have tempered expectations for aggressive Bank of England interest rate hikes. Consumer-facing sectors like retail, apparel, and travel have seen strong gains, partly offsetting declines in energy stocks.

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The S&P 500 closed marginally higher in the last session, gaining 0.02% to 7,520.36 points, influenced by a mix of factors. Falling oil prices, driven by hopes of progress in US-Iran negotiations and the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, eased inflationary concerns, while easing Treasury yields also contributed to market sentiment. This was alongside various earnings reports, with Marvell Technology, Inc. and Synopsys reporting strong results, though some companies like Dick's Sporting Goods faced profit margin concerns despite beating expectations.

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NASDAQ 100

Large cap (Tech-heavy)

$29,973.57

-0.09%

The NASDAQ 100 index closed lower in the last session, shedding 0.09% to finish at 29,973.57 points. This slight decline was influenced by falling oil prices, driven by hopes of progress in US-Iran peace talks, and easing US Treasury yields, which reduced inflation concerns. Despite mixed earnings reports, with some tech companies like Marvell Technology and Synopsys showing strength, the overall impact on the index was muted as tech stocks lost some momentum throughout the day.

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Dow Jones Industrial Average

Large cap (Blue chip)

$50,644.28

+0.36%

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed higher in the last session, rising 0.36% to 50,644.28 points. This positive movement was primarily driven by easing oil prices, a rotation into consumer-facing stocks such as Procter & Gamble and Nike, and continued optimism surrounding artificial intelligence, despite some tech stock pullbacks. Further support came from easing Treasury yields, which saw the 10-year note slip to 4.47%.

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The Nikkei 225 index closed lower in the last session, shedding 0.49% to finish at 64,678.48 points, as renewed geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran pushed oil prices higher, negatively impacting Japan's import-dependent economy. This decline was further exacerbated by profit-taking in technology stocks, including major exporters like Tokyo Electron and Sony, following a strong rally in AI-related chip companies. Concerns over the yen's weakness near 160 per dollar, potentially prompting Bank of Japan intervention, and recent increases in Japan's 10-year government bond yield also contributed to market jitters.

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