Heavy Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut, according to witnesses
The heavy Israeli airstrikes in central Beirut raise significant concerns about regional stability, potentially escalating tensions and affecting market sentiment.
Japanese Balance of Trade (Feb) 57.3B (Prev. -1152.7B, Low. -789B, High. 2299.7B)
Australian Westpac Leading Index MoM (Feb) M/M -0.1% (Prev. -0.1%)
Heavy Israeli airstrikes hit central Beirut, according to witnesses
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Australian Westpac Leading Index MM (Feb) -0.1% (Prev. -0.1%)
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This development could lead to safe-haven flows into currencies like the USD and JPY, while commodities such as gold and oil might react to the increased geopolitical risk. Traders should watch for market volatility and shifts in asset correlations as the situation unfolds.
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