US Sanctions on Iranian Ports Deepen Market Concerns, European Stocks Close Slightly Lower
On April 13, 2026, the United States began blocking Iranian ports, intensifying concerns about energy supply in the Middle East. This led to slight declines in major European stock indices, with the London FTSE 100 falling by 0.17% to 10582.96, the Frankfurt DAX by 0.26% to 23742.44, and the Paris CAC 40 by 0.29% to 8235.98.
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- 📰 Published: April 14, 2026 at 02:23
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The US initiated a blockade of Iranian ports, raising worries about Middle Eastern energy supplies. Consequently, European stock markets experienced minor drops. The London FTSE 100 index fell by 17.57 points (0.17%) to close at 10582.96. The Frankfurt DAX index decreased by 61.51 points (0.26%) to 23742.44. The Paris CAC 40 index dropped by 23.62 points (0.29%) to 8235.98.