Global Market Today: Asian shares hesitant as oil climbs, earnings loom

Asian markets showed hesitation as oil prices climbed due to escalating Gulf conflict. This surge revived inflation worries, influencing Federal Reserve rate hike expectations. Major tech earnings this week will test investor confidence in artificial intelligence stocks. South Korea's market experienced significant losses after retail investors were squeezed out. The European Central Bank is expected to hold rates steady at its upcoming meeting.

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