BATTERED financial markets enter the second quarter (2Q26) significantly exposed to the impact of war, which could prompt a bigger retreat for equity markets. However, a hefty selloff in bonds could yet tempt buyers back.
Even if conflict ends soon and boosts near-term sentiment, the damage inflicted on Middle East energy infrastructure and oil prices will hurt economic growth and drive up inflation, investors expect.
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