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Volatility Surges as Energy Shock Drives Risk Rotation Across Global Equities

A surge in market volatility driven by energy price shocks and geopolitical uncertainty is prompting investors to rotate between sectors. Defensive stocks, energy producers, and commodity-linked companies are gaining favor while high-growth and travel-related shares face renewed pressure amid rising inflation expectations.

U.S. Stock Futures Slide as Oil Shock Revives Stagflation Fears

U.S. stock futures fell sharply Monday as surging oil prices intensified fears that the global economy could face a renewed period of stagflation. Investors are reassessing growth expectations and Federal Reserve policy prospects as rising energy costs threaten to push inflation higher while economic momentum shows signs of weakening.

Wall Street Volatility Spikes as Stagflation Fears Grip Investors

Markets are grappling with a potentially dangerous combination of slowing economic growth and rising energy costs. Investors are increasingly worried that the U.S. economy could face stagflation, a scenario where inflation remains elevated even as growth weakens. The outlook has triggered sharp moves across equities, commodities and bond markets as traders reposition portfolios to navigate an uncertain macroeconomic environment.