General · 8 June 2026

Global markets nervous over tech and Mideast conflict

Stock markets around the world are feeling shaky, especially because of worries about tech companies and rising oil prices. This follows sharp drops on Friday, with US tech stocks falling over 4%, and new strikes between Iran and Israel on Monday. South Korea's stock market even halted trading after its main index dropped nearly 9%.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 June 2026 at 23:16

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