Oil Surges as US Strikes Iran, Stocks Remain Resilient

Oil prices surged following reports of fresh U.S. military strikes on Iran, which heightens geopolitical tensions and raises concerns about potential supply disruptions in the oil market. This increase in oil prices is primarily driven by the risk premium associated with heightened geopolitical risks, impacting the rate differential between oil and other assets. Conversely, stock markets remained upbeat, indicating a strong risk appetite among investors, likely buoyed by positive corporate earnings and economic data. Traders will be closely watching upcoming U.S. inventory data for crude oil, which could provide further insight into supply dynamics amidst these geopolitical developments.

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