Global Markets Sell Off as Trump's China Trip Yields Few Deals and Iran War Intensifies

Global financial markets experienced a sharp sell-off Friday as oil prices surged and government bonds dropped due to the ongoing Iran conflict and lack of trade breakthroughs. Despite President Trump's visit to China, few concrete deals were confirmed, leaving investors anxious about unresolved geopolitical and economic risks. The volatility highlights how international instability directly impacts domestic economic stability and consumer confidence.