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Global markets dip as bond selloff, oil price surge, and Middle East tensions weigh on investors.

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18 Aug 2026
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Investors paused amid a global selloff of U.S. government bonds, rising crude oil prices, and escalating tensions in the Middle East, leading to a decline in market indices. Treasury yields increased as bond prices fell, reflecting concerns over inflation and profit-taking. Meanwhile, Home Depot reported earnings growth driven by demand for smaller projects. These factors combined to create cautious market sentiment, with investors closely watching geopolitical and economic developments for future direction.

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