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Iran launches drone, missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes

June 28, 2026·Business StandardEconomy

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Regional military escalation directly impacts GCC equity and currency stability, as demonstrated during previous Iran-related tensions when Gulf bourses experienced sharp volatility and oil price spikes elevated hedging costs for import-dependent sectors. Bahrain and Kuwait, as smaller economies with significant financial sector exposure and reliance on regional trade flows, face heightened sensitivity to geopolitical shocks compared to larger GCC peers, historically triggering capital flow shifts and credit spread widening in regional debt markets. Energy markets and defense-related procurement cycles have historically responded to such events with immediate repricing, while non-energy sectors such as banking and retail may experience extended uncertainty until the intensity of regional t

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