- Policies related to the Iran war, announced on May 29th, have led to consequences including spiking petrol prices and increased shipping costs, impacting the US market.
- Market volatility driven by geopolitical tensions, including attacks on Iran, has caused oil and gold prices to react, prompting the FED to consider its stance on inflation and interest rates.
- Higher yields increased the opportunity cost of gold, while inflation expectations guided the outlook of Federal Reserve policy amidst geopolitical developments.
- Disruptions in Saudi energy infrastructure are raising concerns about global oil supplies, impacting financial markets and inflation outlook.
Futures markets are showing signs of recovery as the outlook for Saudi oil supply improves, following a period of market concern.
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Updated Sep 17
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Futures markets are showing signs of recovery as the outlook for Saudi oil supply improves, following a period of market concern.