Markets Mixed as Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates; Investors Eye Central Bank Outlooks

Financial markets trade mixed Tuesday amid geopolitical tensions between Israel and Hamas. Investors eye central bank speeches.

Wall Street indexes closed higher Monday despite escalating Middle East conflict. Dovish Fed comments hurt USD.

Israel conducted overnight airstrikes in Gaza with over 200 targets hit. Over 137,000 Gazans seeking shelter.

Chinese developer Country Garden warned of uncertainty meeting offshore debt obligations. Hong Kong stocks rose, Shanghai fell.

EUR/USD rebounded after dipping Monday. GBP/USD stabilized above 1.2200. BoJ may raise 2023/24 inflation forecast to near 3%.