Livemint EN

US-Iran war: Israel stock market falls 2.5% amid escalating tensions in Middle East

On Monday, Israel's Tel Aviv 35 index (TA 35) fell by over 2.44% to 4,250.31 Israeli New Shekel. Meanwhile, the Tel Aviv 125 (TA 125) index was down 2.62% to 4,216.17 Israeli New Shekels.

Mar 09, 2026 &03550909202631; 09:55 UTC www.livemint.com Trending 5/5

Read original on www.livemint.com ↗

↘

Negative for markets

Sentiment score: -75/100

High impact Immediate effect (hours)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Israeli stock markets experienced significant declines amid escalating US-Iran tensions in the Middle East, with the TA 35 index falling 2.44% and TA 125 dropping 2.62%. This geopolitical risk premium reflects investor concerns about potential regional conflict expansion and its economic consequences for Israel.

AI CONFIDENCE

85% Very high

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

↓

TA35

TA35Index

Expected to decline

Israeli equity index declined 2.44% due to geopolitical tensions and war risk premium

↓

TA125

TA125Index

Expected to decline

Broader Israeli market index fell 2.62% reflecting widespread risk-off sentiment

⇅

Euro / US Dollar

EURUSDCurrency

High volatility expected

Safe-haven flows may strengthen USD amid Middle East escalation concerns

↑

Oil (WTI Crude)

CL=FCommodity

Expected to rise

Oil prices likely to rise due to geopolitical risk premium and potential supply disruptions

↑

Gold Futures

GC=FCommodity

Expected to rise

Gold strengthens as safe-haven asset during geopolitical tensions

PRICE HISTORY

Loading chart...

⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Reduce exposure to Israeli equities and Middle East-sensitive assets; increase positions in safe-haven assets (gold, USD) and defensive sectors. Monitor oil prices and geopolitical developments closely for potential trading opportunities in energy and volatility indices.

KEY SIGNALS

Geopolitical risk premium activationSafe-haven asset demand increaseRegional conflict escalation concernsPotential supply chain disruptionsRisk-off market sentiment

SECTORS INVOLVED

FinancialsTechnologyDefense & AerospaceEnergyConsumer Discretionary

Analysis generated on Mar 09, 2026 at 14:05 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by Livemint. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

US-Iran war: Israel stock market falls 2.5% amid escalating tensions in Middle East

RELATED INTELLIGENCE