Stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic are poised to finish the week lower, as risk-off sentiment dominated amid escalating military conflict between Iran and Israel. Crude oil prices surged, buoying energy stocks, while other sectors broadly experienced sell-offs. Chinese equities, however, are on track to post another strong weekly gain on the Hong Kong Exchange, as ongoing stimulus measures continue to fuel the rally. However, this optimism failed to lift other regional markets in Asia Pacific. EuropeMajor European benchmarks are in the red this week, with the Euro Stoxx 600 down 1.82%…