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European shares buck global downturn on Middle East risks as energy stocks gain

European shares opened higher led by energy stocks, despite global market slumps, amid tensions from Iran's strike on Israel and focused on upcoming euro-zone unemployment data.

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European stocks edged higher; caution over Middle East turmoil

European stock markets rise cautiously amid Middle East tensions; investors await unemployment data and ECB comments while oil prices surge due to escalating conflicts.

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Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 2.22%

Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 2.22% due to losses in multiple sectors, with TDK Corp and Isetan Mitsukoshi leading declines amid increased oil prices and currency fluctuations.

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Australia stocks lower at close of trade; S&P/ASX 200 down 0.13%

Australian stocks fell on Wednesday, led by losses in key sectors, though some companies like Beach Energy saw gains. Commodity prices fluctuated, and currency rates remained stable.

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Asia stocks slide, oil extends gains on Middle East risks

Asian stocks fell due to geopolitical tensions following Iran's missile strike on Israel, leading to greater investor caution and impacting commodities like crude oil and gold.

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Oil prices rise more than $1 on escalating tensions in the Middle East

Oil prices surged amid rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly following Iran's missile attacks on Israel and concerns over potential supply disruptions.

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Middle East conflict lifts oil prices despite large US crude build

Oil prices rise due to Middle East conflict concerns, limited by U.S. crude inventory increases. OPEC+ maintains output policy amidst escalating regional tensions and Iranian missile attacks.

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Russia stocks lower at close of trade; MOEX Russia Index down 1.63%

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Canada stocks higher at close of trade; S&P/TSX Composite up 0.14%

Canada's stock market rose due to gains in energy and clean technology, with S&P/TSX hitting a record high; BlackBerry led declines.

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U.S. stocks lower at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.41%

U.S. stocks declined on Tuesday, primarily in Technology, Financials, and Healthcare sectors, with notable losses and gains across major indices.