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Market volatility as Middle East conflict impacts stocks

Market volatility as Middle East conflict impacts stocks

Sunrise · LiSTNR

March 2, 20261m 15s

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The Australian share market responded to escalating Middle East conflict with significant sector movements. Oil prices spiked initially by 13% before settling around 6% higher at $70 USD per barrel, boosting local energy stocks by 5%. Defence and safety assets rose, with gold reaching $5,300 USD per ounce and DroneShield up 10%, while travel stocks including Webjet, Flight Centre and Qantas fell approximately 5% due to airspace closures and route disruptions.

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