FTSE MIB Edges Lower

2026-03-24 08:49 By Kyrie Dichosa 1 min. read

The FTSE MIB slipped to around 43,000 on Tuesday, giving back some gains from the previous session as markets grappled with uncertainty over a resolution to the Iran conflict.

Reports highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts, with several countries acting as intermediaries to encourage de-escalation.

Nonetheless, the situation remains fragile, with continued strikes and no clear breakthrough in direct talks.

Iran has maintained attacks on US and allied forces in the region and has publicly refuted formal negotiations with Washington.

Key laggards included Leonardo (-3.1%), Intesa Sanpaolo (-1.1%), UniCredit (-1%), and Ferrari (-1.1%).

On the flip side, energy giants Enel and Eni each rose about 1%, tracking the resumption of oil prices’ advance.



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FTSE MIB Edges Lower
The FTSE MIB slipped to around 43,000 on Tuesday, giving back some gains from the previous session as markets grappled with uncertainty over a resolution to the Iran conflict. Reports highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts, with several countries acting as intermediaries to encourage de-escalation. Nonetheless, the situation remains fragile, with continued strikes and no clear breakthrough in direct talks. Iran has maintained attacks on US and allied forces in the region and has publicly refuted formal negotiations with Washington. Key laggards included Leonardo (-3.1%), Intesa Sanpaolo (-1.1%), UniCredit (-1%), and Ferrari (-1.1%). On the flip side, energy giants Enel and Eni each rose about 1%, tracking the resumption of oil prices’ advance.
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