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Mar 23
7m 54s

Deadline shock rattles global markets

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Global stocks tumble after President Trump gives Iran a Monday deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a sharp escalation. Energy prices jump and traditional safe havens falter, leaving investors with few places to hide. Today’s recommended read: Trump's Iran war oil shield is cracking, Ron Bousso Subscribe to Mike Dolan's Morning Bid newsl ... Show More
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