Israel-Hamas War, Day 55: 24-Hour Ceasefire Extension Offers Brief Respite, But Fragile Truce At Risk After Jerusalem Attack
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their ceasefire for an additional day, now totaling seven days. The extension came after intense mediation, with Israel requiring the release of at least 10 hostages daily. Ten hostages, including two with Russian citizenship, are set to be released. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the region, supporting the truce and humanitarian efforts. However, a Hamas attack in Jerusalem breached the ceasefire, killing three and injuring eight. Israeli stocks, tracked by iShares MSCI Israel ETF (EIS), dropped by 2%, and the shekel weakened against the dollar.
November 30, 2023 | 4:47 pm
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iShares MSCI Israel ETF (EIS) fell by 2% following a breach in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire due to a deadly attack in Jerusalem.
The attack in Jerusalem represents a significant escalation in tensions, which historically has led to negative market reactions due to increased uncertainty and risk. The direct mention of EIS's 2% drop indicates a strong correlation between the event and the ETF's performance. The market's reaction to geopolitical events is often immediate, suggesting a likely short-term negative impact on EIS.
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