Energy sector: Oil prices jumped 3.9% to $US103.08 a barrel as the Iran war chokes supply, giving energy stocks a boost. Brent crude reversed recent declines.
Soul Pattinson (SOL): The conglomerate reported a profit surge sixfold to $2.2b and lifted its dividend, a bright spot in a grim session.
Critical Resources: Surged on securing rights to a Suriname gold project, a first-mover play that attracted speculative interest.
