Global stock markets are expected to close lower due to risk-off sentiment amid escalating military conflict between Iran and Israel. While energy stocks surged due to rising crude oil prices, most sectors faced sell-offs. European markets declined, with major indices in the red, while Chinese equities showed gains. The US markets also ended negatively, with several sectors posting losses. Economic indicators suggest cooling inflation in the eurozone, impacting expectations for interest rate cuts. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)