From Investing.com: 2025-06-16 10:57:00

The Israel-Iran conflict escalates with attacks continuing for a fourth day, raising concerns about global instability and energy price spikes. Iran focuses on Israel, but worries persist about potential disruption to oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices have risen since the conflict began, but the market remains cautiously optimistic for a resolution. The potential for sustained energy price increases could impact headline inflation already under pressure from tariffs. Markets await the Fed’s policy announcement amid rising geopolitical tensions, with a focus on how the conflict may influence economic forecasts and interest rates. President Trump indicates the US is not currently involved in the conflict, but uncertainty remains about potential US intervention. Historically, markets tend to recover from geopolitical shocks, but the situation is being closely monitored for any long-term impact on inflation and risk calculations.



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