US and Iran clash again; oil prices rebound, Asian stocks close lower
Renewed military clashes between the US and Iran have caused oil prices to rebound and Asian stock markets to close lower.
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- 📰 Published: May 28, 2026 at 18:42
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Following a new wave of US airstrikes, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted a US base in retaliation. This has destabilized the fragile Middle East ceasefire, causing international oil prices to rebound. Asian markets, including Tokyo, Hong Kong, Taipei, and Seoul, closed lower. Economists warn that if the conflict drives inflation higher, global central banks may be forced to raise interest rates, potentially suppressing economic growth. President Trump has warned that he will 'solve the problem' if a peace deal cannot be reached.
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Why did Asian stocks fall?
Due to investor anxiety over geopolitical risks and concerns about inflation.