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Europe close: Stocks lower as investors weigh likelihood of Iran peace talks

By Josh White

Date: Thursday 26 Mar 2026

(Sharecast News) - European equity markets closed sharply lower on Thursday as escalating uncertainty around ceasefire talks in the Iran war weighed on sentiment, while a surge in oil prices added to inflation concerns.
Comments from Donald Trump warning Tehran to "get serious soon" about negotiations or face severe consequences further...

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