Global equity indices closed moderately higher, supported by the continuation of talks in the Middle East and the parties’ willingness to avoid further military escalation, at least for now. After the markets initially responded positively to the US proposal, WTI crude oil prices have since quickly rebounded to around $100 per barrel following Iran’s rejection. The uncertainty over the resolution time of the Middle East crisis has had a limited impact on equity markets, which last week focused primarily on corporate earnings and macroeconomic data. The focus remains firmly on the future measures of central banks with regard to inflation expectations, against a geopolitical backdrop which, while free of new military tensions, appears likely to require time for negotiations to consolidate. In-depth analysis with Stefano Cucchi from Eurizon’s Macro Research & Product Specialist team. Audio recorded on 11 May 2026.
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