*KING CHARLES LANDS IN US FOR VISIT CLOUDED BY IRAN DISPUTE AND SHOOTING — SCMP

King Charles's arrival in the U.S. coincides with heightened diplomatic tensions over Iran, though no direct policy announcements were made during the visit. Geopolitical risk premiums in Middle Eastern oil markets are being closely watched, as any escalation involving Iran could disrupt supply and trigger repricing in energy futures and related equities. The mention of a shooting incident introduces uncertainty around public safety and potential political fallout, which may weigh on U.S. consumer sentiment and retail sector stocks if perceived as part of a broader instability trend. Market focus remains on upcoming U.S. CPI data, which could influence how equities and Treasuries react to concurrent geopolitical and domestic risks. Traders are monitoring Iranian naval activity in the Strait of Hormuz and any statements from the White House regarding sanctions or military posture.

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