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July 14, 2026

Nordic Alert

Daily UpdateCommoditiesEquitiesFXEnergyFinancials

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated, causing global markets to turn risk-off with the USD strengthening and equity prices declining. Investors are now focused on incoming US inflation data and upcoming Federal Reserve commentary.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Geopolitical conflict in the Middle East has escalated, with the US announcing resumed military operations against Iran.
  • 2.Global markets reacted negatively to the news, characterized by a stronger US dollar, rising yields, and lower equity markets.
  • 3.Markets are closely monitoring US inflation data and Fed commentary amid renewed inflationary risks from rising energy prices.

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  • Global key stories
  • Nordic key stories
  • Today's key events
  • Market data

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Authors

Amanda Sundström

Securities

S&P 500Brent Crude

Themes

Geopolitical riskInflationary pressureMonetary policy tightening

Regions

Middle EastAsia PacificEuropeUnited StatesIranSweden