Renewed Iran Woes Flip Script for Traders Betting War Risks Over

Strait of Hormuz instability to remain Iranian leverage until final deal signed, experts predict

“I would say that the primary reason Iran has decided to renew attacks on the Persian Gulf states has to do with the balance of leverage in the ongoing negotiations, one expert says.

Renewed U.S.-Iran Fighting Could Trigger Middle East Oil Market Share Battle

Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has shattered expectations of a lasting ceasefire, bringing fresh concerns over prolonged oil supply disruptions from the Middle East. The conflict has reignited debate over the stability of global crude markets, with traders and analysts watching closely for any signs of escalating disruption to regional production. Speculation [] The post Renewed U.S.-Iran Fighting Could Trigger Middle East Oil Market Share Battle appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

Renewed Fighting in Iran Revives Potential for a ‘Cascade’ of Economic Consequences

Renewed Fighting in Iran Revives Potential for a ‘Cascade’ of Economic Consequences

Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher

Global financial markets have been under pressure as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran threatens the fragile ceasefire reached last month. Fresh U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf, and Washington’s decision to restore sanctions on Iranian oil have reignited concerns over energy supplies. The [] The post Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Iran Rushes to Woo Asia’s Top Oil Importers After US Waiver

Iran is racing to court some of Asia’s largest oil buyers as a 60-day US sanctions waiver takes effect, a temporary lifeline that should allow Tehran to resume exports and begin clearing a backlog of cargoes on the water, even as peace talks continue.

Commodities: Oil Market Shrugs Off Persian Gulf Escalation

Commodities: Oil Market Shrugs Off Persian Gulf Escalation

Oil prices and inflation concerns take centre stage as markets reprice geopolitical risk

Global markets are responding to the breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire with renewed caution, as investors weigh the implications of rising oil prices and their potential impact on inflation and central bank policy. Commenting on the latest market developments, Lale Akoner, Global Market Analyst at eToro, said:“Markets are reacting to the break in the US-Iran [] The post Oil prices and inflation concerns take centre stage as markets reprice geopolitical risk appeared first on Middle East News 247.

Live markets: Second day of U.S, Iran conflict keeps markets volatile as oil drops

Live markets: Second day of U.S, Iran conflict keeps markets volatile as oil drops

The Commodities Feed: Oil bounces on Persian Gulf re-escalation

ASIA/PACIFIC: Re-escalation in the Persian Gulf has reignited supply concerns, pushing oil prices higher amid questions about the direction of US-Iran peace talks

Wall Street quietly mixed in premarket, oil prices fall on optimism over U.S.-Iran negotiations

Trading in U.S. markets is mixed while oil prices are edging lower on fresh optimism over progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations.

The US has reimposed Iran’s oil sanctions. What does that mean for Tehran?

The United States’ decision to reimpose penalties on sales of Iranian oil is a serious knock to Tehran, which had hoped for an economic windfall following decades of American sanctions. The temporary sanctions waiver removed penalties on foreign investors buying Iran’s oil. It was a key concession by the US, made in exchange for Iran The post The US has reimposed Iran’s oil sanctions. What does that mean for Tehran? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Oil Rises After Weekend of Back-and-Forth Strikes by U.S. and Iran

The continued cycle of attacks between Iran and the United States in the Persian Gulf posed fresh risks to ships seeking to navigate the Strait of Hormuz, testing markets on Sunday. Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, opened about 3.5 percent higher on Sunday, to nearly 79 a barrel. That is up nearly 9 percent []

Trump administration upends decades of U.S. policy to give Iran what it desperately wants

Iran can now sell oil on the open market, receive higher prices and be paid in dollars. It could be an enormous economic boon for the country. The post Trump administration upends decades of U.S. policy to give Iran what it desperately wants appeared first on MS NOW.

Aspiring to regional domination, Iran is ready to escalate over Hormuz

The latest round of U.S.-Iran violence led to the withdrawal of sanctions relief, but Iran nonetheless sees itself as a winner in a new Pax Iranica.

ATHEX: Mini sell-off after fresh Gulf tension

The resumption of military action in the Persian Gulf had an immediate impact on markets, with oil rates jumping and bourse indexes slumping.

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Domino’s Pizza Picks Insider as New CEO

Plus, the U.S. will allow Iran to sell oil in dollars, and the ‘Gaokao’ test strikes fear in China’s high-schoolers.

A Road Map to the Next Middle East War

As more Lebanon crises occur, Iran will eventually provoke a response that raises the odds of a return to conflict.

Aspiring to Regional Domination, Iran Is Ready to Escalate Over Hormuz

The latest round of U.S.-Iran violence led to the withdrawal of sanctions relief, but Iran nonetheless sees itself as a winner in a new Pax Iranica.

Iran's biggest weapon against the US may be slipping away, experts say

Iran's attacks on commercial shipping sent oil prices higher, but alternative routes and rising OPEC+ production may be weakening Iran's leverage.

In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran is forcing a moment of truth on Trump

Both Iran and Israel are gambling a great deal of their futures on what Trump will do next. Indeed, the fate of the world, in a very real sense, hangs in the balance.

Oil prices surge 4%, as U.S.-Iran tensions raise supply concerns

The growing Middle East tensions also affected global financial markets. The post Oil prices surge 4, as U.S.-Iran tensions raise supply concerns appeared first on BOL News.

Trump’s Iran rupture rattles markets as stocks slide, oil jumps more than 5.5% and bond yields surge

Renewed Middle East tensions, US strikes on Iran and Trump’s trade threat against Spain trigger a sharp sell-off across global markets The post Trump’s Iran rupture rattles markets as stocks slide, oil jumps more than 5.5 and bond yields surge appeared first on ProtoThema English.

This Energy Stock Tops My July Buy List

News of a peace deal in Iran is predictably weighing on oil prices, but the punishment endured by SLB may be too severe.

US-Iran skirmishes are the new norm

The latest, continuing skirmish between the United States and Iran will be the new norm. Neither country wants a return to war, given that war is highly unlikely to lead to a decisive result in either direction. But Iran’s regional ambitions and anti-Americanism will drive it to keep testing American patience. In turn, President Donald []

Trump goes wobbly

The result? Empowering and enriching the Islamic regime; heartening the enemies of America and Israel; and intimidating the Gulf states in casting their destiny with Iran and not with the West.

New escalation – Is the conflict on the verge of spreading?

Iran’s latest attacks show that Tehran can easily disrupt maritime traffic, energy markets, and draw neighboring countries into the conflict. How much leverage does Tehran have over Washington, and could this strategy ultimately backfire?

Seeking a post-war order in Gulf: Can Riyadh expand its regional footprint?

The war launched by Israel and the U.S. against Iran has challenged the assumptions and practices underpinning the existing regional order in the Gulf. The impact of the conflict e...

US stocks chalk up biggest quarterly gain in six years

Investors navigate Iran war fallout, chip stock volatility and blockbuster SpaceX IPO

The US-Iran War and Greater Eurasia

In spite of pessimistic forecasts of certain doom for Iran if Tehran ever found itself in a direct confrontation with Washington, the Islamic Republic withstood the overwhelming US-Israeli blow launched against it after decades of mounting tensions. With Iran emerging from the conflict as the first state in fifty years to survive a war with America, the outcome of the Middle East clash may now send ripples throughout an international system already fraught with uncertainty. Timofei Bordachev, Programme Director of the Valdai Discussion Club, examines the consequences of the Iran War for the macroregion of Greater Eurasia.

Global markets face selling pressure amid renewed geopolitical tensions

Escalating US-Iran tensions and risks around Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices higher, lifting bond yields and weighing on global equities

Oil prices little changed as US-Iran peace efforts hold

Oil prices saw minimal change as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran offered hope for the Strait of Hormuz's reopening. Despite recent skirmishes, a potential deal is expected to hold, boosting Middle Eastern supply. Gulf producers, including Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, are increasing output, leading to a near-term oil glut and a shift in market structure. This increased availability is outpacing demand, particularly from China.

The likely loser of Gulf's post-war oil battle

The likely loser of Gulf's post-war oil battle

Winchester and Bingo in Iran

This post Winchester and Bingo in Iran appeared first on Daily Reckoning. Let’s distill the Iran conflict down to two words: Winchester, and Bingo. If you understand these two words, you’ll understand what’s happening with President Trump and the U.S. effort to settle the Iran situation and move ahead. As I’ll explain below, the outcome of the U.S.-Iran conflict is controlled by limitations on American weapons, namely [] The post Winchester and Bingo in Iran appeared first on Daily Reckoning.

Jordan and Bahrain Face Growing Risks as US-Iran Fighting Spreads

As fighting between the United States and Iran [] The post Jordan and Bahrain Face Growing Risks as US-Iran Fighting Spreads appeared first on The Media Line.

Saudi Arabia to host Gulf–Iran 'reconciliation summit'

Persian Gulf relations were heavily strained by the US-Israeli war on Iran, which engulfed all of West Asia

Will Asia return to Iranian oil? Tehran races to secure largest oil importers after US waiver,

Iran is actively seeking new buyers for its oil in Asia, including India, Japan, and South Korea, following a temporary US sanctions waiver. This move aims to clear millions of barrels stored at sea and diversify its customer base beyond China. While some refiners are cautiously exploring opportunities, uncertainty surrounding US policy and ample alternative supplies are tempering immediate commitments. Discussions also involve longer-term arrangements and other energy products.