Markets decline as oil prices rise amid Middle East tensions
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- each
- 0.60%
- and Rheinmetall rising
- 7.80%
- and Rheinmetall rising
- 3.50%
European stocks fell on 12 Mar 2026, with the STOXX 50 and STOXX 600 down 0.60% each, driven by escalating oil prices and ongoing Middle East tensions. Major sectors like consumer cyclicals, financials, and healthcare faced significant declines, impacting investor sentiment. Defence stocks, however, showed resilience, with Leonardo up 7.80% and Rheinmetall rising 3.50%.
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