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centerLIVE UPDATEGlobal stocks slip, oil climbs above $110 amid Hormuz uncertainty
NEWS SUMMARY
Global stocks declined and oil prices surpassed $110 per barrel on April 7, 2026, as investors reacted to rising tensions concerning Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. This market reaction stems from uncertainty surrounding President Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the vital shipping lane, raising concerns about potential escalation.
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