Stocks flat, oil falls as rate worries offset Iran talks optimism

By Chibuike Oguh NEW YORK, June 22 (Reuters) - Global stocks were mostly flat on Monday while oil prices fell, as optimism over progress in U.S.-Iran talks was offset by expectations of higher interest rates that pushed U.S. Treasury yields up. U.S. Vice President JD Vance said in Switzerland that Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspectors into the country, with conversations over the inspections

Jun 23, 2026 - 01:00
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Stocks flat, oil falls as rate worries offset Iran talks optimism
By Chibuike Oguh NEW YORK, June 22 (Reuters) - Global stocks were mostly flat on Monday while oil prices fell, as optimism over progress in U.S.-Iran talks was offset by expectations of higher interest rates that pushed U.S. Treasury yields up. U.S. Vice President JD Vance said in Switzerland that Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspectors into the country, with conversations over the inspections

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