Iran & Agricultural Bank of China

Iran: The conflict involving Iran has led to a hike in global fuel and fertilizer costs, exacerbating Sudan's food crisis by increasing input prices for farmers.

Agricultural Bank of China: The Agricultural Bank of China, a state-backed bank in Sudan, has been criticized for pricing agricultural inputs too high and products too low, driving farmers into debt, though it plans to offer better terms.

Iran: Optimism about a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal influenced crude oil prices and broader market sentiment, though contradictory remarks later caused uncertainty.

Agricultural Bank of China: Agricultural Bank of China lost ground on Tuesday and slumped on Thursday, contributing to the financial sector's negative performance.