Business · 18 March 2026

Hedge Funds Sell 75pc of Stocks After Iran War

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Global borrowing costs are rising and markets are seeing turmoil, put at risk by an inflationary shock from energy prices due to the Iran war. Investment funds have reduced their holdings of global stocks and bonds since the conflict began, as they seek protection from market changes. UBS data shows global stock ownership fell 75pc and funds bought around $175 billion of US dollars.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 March 2026 at 14:08

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