Iran Begins Khamenei Funeral as Markets Assess Geopolitical Risk

Iran has initiated multi-day public funeral ceremonies following the confirmed death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, marking a period of significant political transition within the Islamic Republic. This development triggers a geopolitical risk premium transmission mechanism, as market participants recalibrate expectations regarding regional stability and the continuity of Iranian foreign and domestic policy. Crude oil markets and regional equities are most exposed to this volatility, as traders assess the potential for supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and shifts in the broader Middle Eastern security architecture. Investors are now focused on the upcoming announcement from the Assembly of Experts regarding the selection of a successor, as this event will serve as the primary indicator of whether the transition remains orderly or signals a period of internal power consolidation and increased regional friction.

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