Oil Price Drop Fuels Global Market Rally Amid Eased Middle East Tensions
Global financial markets experienced a relief rally on Monday as tensions in the Middle East eased following President Donald Trump's decision to end a two-week bombing campaign against Iran.
The de-escalation led to a significant drop in oil prices, with Brent and U.S. crude prices falling due to reduced concerns over inflation.
Europe's STOXX 600 index surged by 0.9%, nearing record highs, while major currencies improved against the dollar.
Speculation about the Federal Reserve's rate hike decisions subsided as global central banks, including those in the U.K. and Japan, are expected to maintain their current policies.