"Stock markets dipped across the board early on Monday, with traders nervous after another weekend yielded no real signs of deescalation in Iran or the wider Gulf region or a reduction in the rising energy prices the conflict is causing."
"At its lowest ebb, Japan's Nikkei was down nearly 5% in a single day, but it recovered slightly before the close of trade."
"Gold and silver, major gainers in recent years, were both in freefall, down almost 7% and 8%, respectively."
"An apparent change in tone from US President Donald Trump prompted a rally on European markets and a positive start to trading in the US."
Stock markets experienced significant declines on Monday, driven by concerns over escalating tensions in Iran and rising energy prices. Major Asian markets fell by over 3%, while European indices dropped around 2%. Safe-haven assets like gold and silver also saw substantial losses. However, a change in tone from US President Donald Trump regarding potential talks with Iran sparked a recovery in European markets and a positive start in the US. Japan's Nikkei initially dropped nearly 5% but recovered slightly by the end of trading.
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