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Oil surges after Israel’s attack on Iran

Last updated: June 12, 2025 10:35 pm
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Oil prices experienced a significant surge on Friday, marking the largest increase in over three years. The spike in prices was attributed to Israel’s air strikes against Iran, which raised concerns about potential disruptions in the region’s oil supply. In early Asian trading, Brent crude, the global benchmark, soared by approximately 8% to $74.88, while US marker West Texas Intermediate rose by over 8% to $73.67.

Michael Alfaro, the chief investment officer at Gallo Partners, a hedge fund specializing in energy and industrials, described the attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities as a “seismic escalation” in the ongoing conflict. He predicted that the conflict would likely lead to sustained high oil prices in the near future.

The surge in oil prices also prompted a rush to safe haven assets, with gold prices increasing by around 1.2% to $3,427 per ounce during Asian trading hours. The potential risks for the energy sector from the escalating conflict include threats to key oil and gas producing regions such as the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for a significant portion of the world’s seaborne oil supplies.

Other major oil-producing countries like Saudi Arabia and Iraq are within range of Iran’s missiles and drones, posing additional risks to global energy supplies. The recent attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities has raised concerns about potential disruptions in the energy sector, particularly for LNG shipments from countries like Qatar that must pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Helima Croft, a former CIA analyst now at RBC Capital Markets, raised questions about the extent of Iran’s military engagement and whether it would target regional energy infrastructure. The response from the OPEC+ group of oil producers, including Iran, will be closely monitored to assess potential impacts on global oil markets.

In response to the oil price surge, US President Donald Trump may consider releasing crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to stabilize prices. However, Trump has criticized previous administrations for depleting the reserve, which currently holds around 400 million barrels, well below its capacity of 727 million barrels.

The impact of the conflict on financial markets was evident, with stocks in major Asian indices like the Nikkei 225, Kospi, and Hang Seng experiencing declines. The price of Bitcoin also fell by as much as 3% in Asian trading hours, reflecting a broader sell-off of risk assets in the region.

As tensions in the Middle East escalate, the oil market remains on edge, with implications for global energy supplies and financial markets. Stay informed and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on the evolving situation in the oil market.

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