Oil prices jump 3%, stocks inch higher after Iran vows retaliation for US ‘self-defense strikes'

Iran said it will retaliate against violations of its ceasefire agreement after US Central Command confirmed it launched strikes on Iranian vessels. The escalation raises near-term geopolitical and military risk, with potential spillovers for regional security and broader risk assets. Market impact is likely elevated given the possibility of renewed conflict and disruptions to shipping or energy flows.

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Iran said it will retaliate against violations of its ceasefire agreement after US Central Command confirmed it launched strikes on Iranian vessels. The escalation raises near-term geopolitical and military risk, with potential spillovers for regional security and broader risk assets. Market impact is likely elevated given the possibility of renewed conflict and disruptions to shipping or energy flows.