Sinwar Death Marks Turning Point In Gaza War, Netanyahu Says: 'It's The Beginning Of The End'
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
The death of Yahya Sinwar, a Hamas leader, marks a significant turning point in the Gaza conflict, according to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. This event has impacted financial markets, with Israeli stocks rising and oil prices declining. The United States Oil Fund (USO) dropped 1.5%, while the VanEck Israel ETF (ISRA) rose 0.5%.
October 18, 2024 | 3:38 pm
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The VanEck Israel ETF (ISRA) rose 0.5% as Israeli stocks extended gains following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, seen as a positive development in the Gaza conflict.
The rise in ISRA by 0.5% is linked to the positive sentiment in Israeli markets following the death of a key Hamas leader, which is perceived as a turning point in the conflict.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
NEGATIVE IMPACT
The United States Oil Fund (USO) experienced a 1.5% drop as oil prices declined due to easing fears of supply disruptions amid Middle East tensions.
The decline in oil prices, leading to a 1.5% drop in USO, is attributed to reduced fears of supply disruptions despite ongoing Middle East tensions. This suggests a negative short-term impact on USO.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80