As tensions rise in the Middle East, global markets are feeling the strain. Read more to find out how stock markets, oil prices, and the South African rand are responding to the latest developments.

A renewed flare-up in the Middle East has pushed oil prices higher, introducing fresh risks to South Africa’s inflation and interest rate outlook.

Investment experts warned that renewed tensions in the Middle East could push up fuel prices, weaken the rand and increase the likelihood of another interest rate hike, placing…