Business · 30 June 2026

Iran Conflict and AI Rally Shape Global Market Recovery

People's savings and investments finished the first half of 2026 stronger despite months of sharp market swings. Global stocks added about $7 trillion in value after a $9 trillion fall in March linked to the Iran war, while AI-related shares drove many gains. South Korea's stock market doubled, while the Japanese yen fell to a 40-year low.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 June 2026 at 17:02

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