Markets across the Gulf region have diverged sharply since the Middle East conflict began, as investors traverse big swings in energy prices and markets remain rattled by geopolitical turmoil. Saudi Arabia and Oman have both outflanked other regional indices, with Oman's index surging 9.3% since March 1, the day after the war began on Feb. 28, while the Saudi Tadawul has advanced 5.8%. In contrast, Dubai's DFM General Index has plunged nearly 16% over the same period, with Qatar sliding 4% and