Hang Seng, Taiwan Taiex slip as Middle East tensions push oil above $100. What investors need to watch next?

Hong Kong's Hang Seng index fell 0.17% to 25,274 amid rising crude oil prices and concerns over energy supply disruptions. Haidilao's shares dropped 9%, while Lenovo gained 2.1%. Analysts are cautious about China's outlook, with inflation data reflecting increased costs from energy and food.