European shares tumble on Middle East tensions; oil stocks near two-month high
The German share price index DAX graph is pictured at the stock exchange in Frankfurt, Germany, January 3, 2020. REUTERS/Staff
The pan-European STOXX 600 equity index was down 1.2% by 0914 GMT and was set for its worst day in a month. German stocksGlobal equities lost ground on Friday following the U.S. air strike, blindsiding markets coming off a bumper fourth quarter in 2019. However, oil prices rose on fears of supply disruptions and gold prices jumped to a near seven-year high. [MKTS/GLOB]
The European oil and gas stock index .SXEP rose about 0.6% and was the sole gainer among its peers, touching a near two-month high.
México Últimas Noticias, México Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Iran fully withdraws from nuclear deal and criticizes European response to Soleimani's killing'In the world of politics, all things affect each other,' Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said Sunday.
Leer más »
NATO to hold urgent meeting on Monday over Iraq-Iran crisisNATO ambassadors will gather on Monday in Brussels for an urgent meeting convene...
Leer más »
NATO to hold urgent meeting on Monday over Iraq-Iran crisisNATO ambassadors will gather on Monday in Brussels for an urgent meeting convene...
Leer más »
European stocks seen lower as US-Iran tensions fuel safe haven buyingEuropean stocks are set to open lower on Monday, as investors monitor rising tensions between the United States and Iran.
Leer más »