US EditionMarkets Are Shrugging Off the Israel-Iran Conflict. Some Strategists Warn of Complacency
- Israel and Iran exchanged intense fire with continued fighting through June 15, 2025, including an Israeli attack on Tehran's Shahran oil depot.
- This escalation marked a significant shift from proxy warfare, with both sides trading retaliatory strikes but avoiding extreme escalation so far.
- Despite the conflict, global markets rallied on June 16-17, 2025, with European, Middle Eastern, Asia-Pacific stocks, and US futures trading higher amid supply concerns.
- Experts warned markets may underprice escalation risks, especially in energy, noting Brent crude was $73.75 a barrel after a large recent price gain; gold may rise to $3,900/ounce.
- Strategists cautioned the current lull could precede further escalation with implications beyond the region, affecting volatility and energy markets long term.
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