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    Morning Bid: Markets in wait-and-see mode on Mideast

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    Posted on June 16, 2025

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    Last updated: January 23, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Global markets remain steady amid Middle East tensions, with oil prices stabilizing and investors focusing on central bank meetings.

    Morning Bid: Markets in wait-and-see mode on Mideast

    A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

    While Israel and Iran continue to exchange missiles, markets have been resilient so far on Monday with most Asian indexes in the black. Chinese retail sales topped forecasts, but to no discernible reaction.

    Oil jumped 4% at the open, but soon calmed down and is now up around 1%. Given the region's history, war in the Middle East is not surprising and, so far, this one does not look like spreading wider.

    Crucially, investors seem to be assuming Iran will not threaten to close the Strait of Hormuz since that would risk dragging the United States into the conflict. There's also plenty of scope for Saudi Arabia and the rest of OPEC to expand supply if needed to keep prices restrained.

    The escalation is certainly an unwanted headache for the G7 meeting in Canada, which faces more than enough confrontation ahead over President Trump's tariffs on allies.

    There has been little sign of concrete progress on any trade deals, and even last week's U.S.-China tariff truce might not have fixed the restrictions on minerals most closely tied to national security.

    The spike in oil will be an added complication for the Federal Reserve meeting this week, but it would have to be a sustained rise in prices to be a true inflationary threat.

    A steady outcome on rates is considered a done deal with the real focus on whether the Fed's dot plots keep two cuts for this year, or scale back to just one as some suspect.

    It's a busy week for central banks in general, with the Bank of Japan expected to stand pat on Tuesday but maybe signal a slowdown in its bond tapering for next year.

    The Bank of England and Norges Bank are also seen holding steady, while the Riksbank is likely to cut. Markets are fully priced for a quarter point easing to zero from the Swiss National Bank, with a good chance of going negative given the strength of the franc.

    Key developments that could influence markets on Monday:

    - Appearances by ECB members Joachim Nagel and Piero Cipollone

    (Reporting by Wayne Cole; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Middle East conflict impacts global markets.
    • •Oil prices initially spiked but stabilized.
    • •Investors focus on central bank meetings.
    • •G7 meeting faces challenges over tariffs.
    • •Federal Reserve's rate decision is anticipated.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Morning Bid: Markets in wait-and-see mode on Mideast

    1What is the current market response to the Middle East tensions?

    Markets have shown resilience despite ongoing missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, with most Asian indexes remaining in the black.

    2How has oil reacted to the situation in the Middle East?

    Oil prices initially jumped 4% but stabilized to around a 1% increase, indicating a cautious market response to the conflict.

    3What are the implications for the Federal Reserve meeting this week?

    The spike in oil prices adds complexity to the Federal Reserve's meeting, although a sustained rise would be necessary to pose a true inflationary threat.

    4What central banks are expected to make announcements this week?

    The Bank of Japan, Bank of England, and Norges Bank are expected to hold steady, while the Riksbank is likely to cut rates.

    5What challenges are facing the G7 meeting in Canada?

    The G7 meeting is already dealing with confrontations over President Trump's tariffs, compounded by the escalation of tensions in the Middle East.

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