Iraq & MSCI

Iraq: Iraq is one of the Persian Gulf producers whose oil supplies have been disrupted by the Strait of Hormuz closure, and it has struck arrangements with Iran to move oil.

MSCI: MSCI>>> is a container carrier that has shifted some increased fuel costs to customers through surcharges.

Iraq: Iraq's Umm Qasr port was the site of an attack on an Oman Shipping Company vessel, indicating the spillover of the conflict into its territory. This highlights the broader regional instability affecting its infrastructure and trade.

MSCI: MSCI>>>'s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down, reflecting the regional market downturn.

Iraq: Host to Iranian-backed militias and US forces, facing drone attacks. Its stability is important for regional oil supply.

MSCI: Asia-Pacific index fell on risk aversion. Its performance reflects regional sentiment.

Iraq: Iraqi Muslim women protested against US and Israeli attacks on multiple cities across Iran.

MSCI: MSCI, the world's largest shipping group, reported one of its vessels was struck by projectiles in Iraq's Umm Qasr port, highlighting the risks to commercial shipping in the region.