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Sign InEconomic shock waves from the conflict involving Iran are affecting every part of the world without exception, according to recent market analysis. A report by the WSJ highlights that geopolitical instability in the Middle East is significantly disrupting energy markets and global trade routes. The analysis identifies a clear divide between nations hit hardest, particularly oil-importing emerging markets, and those that may benefit economically from the surge in prices. Investor confidence has shifted, driving a surge in safe-haven assets like gold (XAU/USD) while weighing heavily on global equities and risk-on instruments. Energy benchmarks, including Brent Crude and WTI, remain highly volatile as the conflict reshapes global capital flows. This geopolitical shift is forcing a redistribution of economic gains and losses across different nations based on their energy dependencies and trade exposure.