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Middle East conflict: How have markets reacted to the 'fractious' ceasefire news?

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Mon, 20 Apr 2026, 8:00pm
Fuel shortages and high prices will persist for months due to damaged Middle East infrastructure, writes Reg Dempster. Photo / Getty Images
Fuel shortages and high prices will persist for months due to damaged Middle East infrastructure, writes Reg Dempster. Photo / Getty Images

Middle East conflict: How have markets reacted to the 'fractious' ceasefire news?

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Mon, 20 Apr 2026, 8:00pm

US President Donald Trump's accused Iran of completely violating its ceasefire agreement - with the Strait of Hormuz closed again.

Iran's fired shots at ships in the Strait over the weekend, and has warned it'll stay closed until the US lifts its blockade.

Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly revealed how these developments could impact markets.

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