Just now, collective plunge! Iran, latest warning!

MaticHoleFiller · 2026-03-26T04:46:46+00:00

Due to the escalation of the Iran situation, European stock markets experienced a collective sharp decline today, with major indices falling more than 2%. Simultaneously, gold and silver prices fell significantly. Market concerns about inflation have intensified, and expectations for rate cuts by central banks worldwide have diminished, triggering a surge in energy prices. Analysts warn that Europe may face fiscal pressure and risks of slower economic growth.

MaticHoleFiller

2026-03-26 04:46:46

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European stock markets, gold, and silver all plummeted!

Due to the renewed escalation of tensions in Iran, major European stock indices all fell sharply today. As of press time, the German DAX30 and UK FTSE 100 both dropped over 2%, while France’s CAC40 declined 1.78%. Additionally, major indices in Spain, Sweden, Austria, and Italy all fell more than 2%.

Meanwhile, soaring oil prices have sparked inflation concerns, leading to a significant decline in market expectations for further rate cuts by central banks. Gold and silver prices also tumbled sharply. As of press time, spot gold fell below $4,700 per ounce, nearly a 3% intraday drop; spot silver dropped over 6%, currently at $70.71 per ounce.

Regarding the latest updates on Iran, according to CCTV News, a spokesperson from Iran’s Hatham Anbia Central Command warned on the 19th that if energy facilities are attacked again, Iran will launch further strikes against the energy infrastructure of the U.S., Israel, and their allies, until they are completely destroyed. Iran’s counterattack will be far more forceful than before.

European stocks plunge sharply

The escalation of tensions in Iran has heightened fears of rising inflation. Today (March 19), major European stock indices all declined.

As of the reporter’s deadline, the German DAX30 index fell by 2.41%, France’s CAC40 by 1.78%, and the UK FTSE 100 by 2.02%. Additionally, the European Stoxx 50, Spain’s IBEX35, Sweden’s OMXSPI, Austria’s ATX, and Italy’s MIB all declined over 2%. Portugal’s PSI20, Belgium’s BFX, and the Netherlands AEX also fell more than 1.70%.

The European Central Bank, Bank of England, Sveriges Riksbank, and Swiss National Bank will announce monetary policy decisions on Thursday. Market

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