Asia Markets Tumble as Trump-Iran Threats Keep Investors on Edge

Asia-Pacific markets tumbled on Monday as investors weighed escalating tensions in the Middle East after the U.S. and Iran threatened to intensify military hostilities.

Market Reaction

The Nikkei 225 and Kospi indexes fell 4% each, while the Hang Seng Index dropped 3.5%. The Shanghai Composite Index declined 2.5%. The dollar gained 0.5% against the yen and 0.2% against the euro.

Oil Prices

Oil prices remained volatile, trading above $110 per barrel. The escalating conflict in the Middle East has raised concerns about supply disruptions and increased demand for safe-haven assets.

Impact on Global Markets

The market turmoil has spread to other regions, with European stocks also experiencing a decline. The Stoxx 600 index fell 1.5%, while the FTSE 100 index dropped 1.2%.

Source

[6] Asia markets tumble as Trump-Iran threats keep investors on edge; Nikkei, Kospi fall 4%

Sources

[1] U.S. stock futures dip as Trump and Iran trade threats against civilian infrastructure
[2] Staff absences soar at some US airports as ICE agents prepare to screen travelers
[3] Trump ties DHS funding deal to approval of voter bill, NewsNation reports
[4] Asia shares skid, yields rise as Gulf war escalates
[5] US stock futures fall after Trump issues 48-hr deadline on Iran
[6] Asia markets tumble as Trump-Iran threats keep investors on edge; Nikkei, Kospi fall 4%
[7] Fonterra H1 2026 slides: strong results drive $3.9B cash distribution
[8] Dollar poised for rally as escalating Middle East conflict spurs haven demand
[9] Earnings call transcript: Fonterra’s H1 2026 sees strong results amid geopolitical caution
[10] Oil prices volatile, pinned above $110/bbl after Trump’s 48-hr deadline on Iran