Markets reacted to the rise in oil prices abroad due to the conflict in the Middle East
The commercial dollar continued to rise and ended the session selling at R$5,180 this Monday (June 8, 2026). The increase was 0.45%. Ibovespa, B3’s main index, closed at 168,668.72 points and fell 0.21% compared to Friday’s closing (June 5, 2026).
Markets reacted to the climate of uncertainty regarding the conflict in the Middle East.
The Israeli Air Force “multiple targets” of Iran on Sunday night (June 7, 2026) and this Monday morning (June 8, 2026). Among them, a petrochemical complex in the Mahshahr region, in the south of the Persian country. The action takes place after Iran missiles against Israeli territory in retaliation for a bombing in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon.
The Iranian offensive marked Tehran’s first direct attack on Israeli territory since the regional ceasefire was announced on April 8, and intensifies fears of an open war in the Middle East.
Even after the attacks, the US president, (Republican Party), stated this Monday (June 8) that Israel and Iran seek an immediate ceasefire. Shortly after the declaration, the command center of the Iranian Armed Forces announced the end of military operations that began on Sunday night (June 7).
Trump said a deal is under negotiation and could move forward quickly. The Republican criticized what he called “ignorance or stupidity” that could disrupt the treaty.
