(Sharecast News) - European shares closed lower on Wednesday as oil prices surged after reports that the US was preparing for an extended blockade of Iranian ports, raising concerns about prolonged disruption to energy markets and renewed inflationary pressure.
The pan-European Stoxx 600 fell 0.65% to 602.64.

Germany's DAX declined...

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