Israel hit two natural gas processing facilities in Iran as well as an oil depot.
The greatest risk the oil markets face is that Iran retaliates against Israel airstrikes by closing the Strait of Hormuz, which is critical to global energy shipments.
Tensions at the Strait of Hormuz risk 20M bpd in crude oil flow, fueling a sharp rally in oil futures and boosting market volatility.
Sam Stovall thinks oil prices can move over $100 a barrel, with a base case of $65/barrel. Looking at stocks, he says that the ones that are “most beat up” tend to see the biggest rebounds, and points to a few potential opportunities.
Almost a third of the global seaborne oil trade moves through the Strait of Hormuz. Any interruption could send crude prices soaring.
Centerview Partners Senior Counselor Richard Haass says that while geopolitical tensions cause fluctuations in prices, there would have to be ongoing conflict to see a sustained upward move in oil prices. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?
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Israel's military strikes against Iran are raising concerns that Tehran could retaliate by closing the Strait of Hormuz, potentially disrupting oil and gas supplies and unleashing a fresh wave of inflation across the globe.
Oil prices surged after the massive Israeli attacks on Iran because of fears that the violence will continue (which is likely) and spread (less clear). Israel has been emboldened by its success against Hezbollah and Hamas, as well as earlier strikes against Iran's military and especially air defense systems.