Cirincione: Don't Expect Negotiated End to Iran War

Oil prices are surging on fears of a prolonged conflict, increasing political pressure on President Trump and prompting Joe Cirincione to urge Iran to clinch a deal 'before it's too late.' The development implies upward pressure on energy prices, a risk-off market posture that could boost energy-sector returns while raising inflation and geopolitical risk premia for broader markets.

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Oil prices are surging on fears of a prolonged conflict, increasing political pressure on President Trump and prompting Joe Cirincione to urge Iran to clinch a deal 'before it's too late.' The development implies upward pressure on energy prices, a risk-off market posture that could boost energy-sector returns while raising inflation and geopolitical risk premia for broader markets.