Global financial markets faced a sharp downturn on Thursday, June 11, 2026, as investors grappled with escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and persistent uncertainty regarding central bank interest rate policies. Crude oil prices climbed by as much as 2% during intraday trading, building on gains from the previous session, while equity indices across major exchanges retreated in response to the heightened risk environment.
The Intersection of Energy and Monetary Policy
The sudden spike in energy costs comes as markets remain hyper-sensitive to any disruption in Middle Eastern supply chains. Iran’s central role in the regional power dynamic has prompted traders to factor in a significant
