Risk aversion increased in global markets amid concerns that rising costs in technology and artificial intelligence (AI) sectors could weaken end-user demand, despite the persistent optimism in markets over the potential of lasting peace in the Middle East. Energy-driven inflation risks are shifting towards the digital sector amid increasing chip demand in the AI and tech sectors. Forecasts show price pressures due to excess demand could make it harder for end users to access digital products, fueling concerns that the profitability of AI and tech companies could suffer. For example, Apple raised prices across its product lineup due to high...