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Cramer says stock pessimism tied to rates, inflation and oil creates buying

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said markets have turned overly negative, a shift he linked to concerns around rising interest rates, oil prices and inflation. He said that combination has weighed on stocks and is creating what he views as buying opportunities.

The comments reflect Cramer’s view that broad pessimism is driving the selloff rather than any single company issue, with macro pressures, including energy prices, playing a key role in sentiment.

CNBC Markets framed the situation as a market environment where investor expectations have deteriorated amid the rate, inflation and oil backdrop.

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