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Saudi stocks week ahead: Tadawul braces for Iran fallout, Hormuz risk and OPEC+ decision

Saudi stocks week ahead: Tadawul braces for Iran fallout, Hormuz risk and OPEC+ decision

Saudi stocks face volatility after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, with oil prices jumping and analysts warning of further gains if conflict disrupts energy flows. The Tadawul All Share Index last closed down 1.28%, while Saudi Aramco fell 3.03%. Several shippers have suspended transits through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran said it closed navigation. OPEC+ meets Sunday to discuss a possible output hike.

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  • Micron and FedEx Shine with Blowout Earnings Amid Market Turmoil
    March 20, 2026, 10:15 PM EDT. Micron Technology and FedEx reported strong quarterly earnings that stand out in a week marked by broader market declines fueled by surging oil prices and economic uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict. Micron's fiscal Q2 revenue soared nearly threefold to $23.86 billion, driven by high demand for AI-related memory products, topping earnings per share (EPS) estimates by over 38%. The company projects robust Q3 sales growth at $33.5 billion and anticipates exceeding $100 billion in annual sales next year. FedEx posted a fiscal Q3 EPS of $5.25, beating estimates by nearly 27%, supported by disciplined operations and digital efficiencies. It raised full-year EPS guidance to $19.30-$20.10, surpassing Wall Street forecasts. Both stocks could appeal to investors seeking buy-the-dip opportunities amid volatile trading.
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