Gulf markets fall as Israel-Iran conflict escalates
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 15 2025
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Source: Reuters
Gulf Stock Market Reaction: Stock markets in the Gulf region experienced significant declines following renewed military actions between Israel and Iran, with major indices like Qatar's dropping nearly 3% and Saudi Arabia's benchmark index falling by 1.6%.
Impact on Energy and Airlines: Israel's attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure raised concerns about disruptions to regional energy exports, while airlines avoided airspace over the area, leading to a 10% drop in shares of Jazeera Airways in Kuwait.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
