Global markets brace for rate hikes as Iran war and US$100 oil stoke tightening fears
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Source: South China Morning Post
Published: 2026-03-23 17:09 UTC+10:00
Section: financial tightening
Factuality Score: 92
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Middle East, Asia, Europe, Military & Defence, Iran, Energy, Economy & Finance, China, World News, Business & Economy, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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The European Central Bank has become more hawkish, reverting to wording that analysts say often precedes interest-rate increases
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