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AI optimism lifts global markets as investors bet West Asia tensions stay short
Economy
Published on 12 May 2026
War anxiety fades as AI bets take center stage
Global markets are holding up as investors increasingly prioritize AI and technology rather than escalating West Asia tensions. The prevailing view is that any conflict will be brief, letting capital return to future tech growth—especially in the US and Europe. Attention is also turning to a potential Trump-Xi meeting that could reshape US-China tech rivalry and investment expectations.
- Investors are leaning toward AI and tech, not West Asia risk
- Markets assume tensions will be short, enabling faster return to growth bets
- US and Europe are expected to gain from the AI revolution
- Trump-Xi talks may influence the US-China tech rivalry outlook
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