Germany Curbs Gas Station Hikes, Toughens Antitrust Oversight

The Middle East war is threatening a fresh wave of inflation, driving up energy and food prices across Europe and prompting governments to rush interventions. The development raises market risk and keeps policymakers (central banks and fiscal authorities) on alert, with likely sectoral pressure on energy and commodity markets.

Analysis

The Middle East war is threatening a fresh wave of inflation, driving up energy and food prices across Europe and prompting governments to rush interventions. The development raises market risk and keeps policymakers (central banks and fiscal authorities) on alert, with likely sectoral pressure on energy and commodity markets.