Oil prices see sustained surge
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Although the U.S. is a net oil exporter, higher oil prices could increase inflation and lower economic growth.
That sent the yield on the 10-year Treasury up to 4.43% from 4.36% late Thursday. Higher yields can tug down on prices for stocks and other investments, while making it more expensive for U.S. companies and households to borrow money.
Stock futures were mixed on Sunday as investors weighed the impact of the escalating Israel-Iran conflict that shows no signs of any potential off-ramps ahead. Oil prices jumped after Israel attack key areas of Iran’s energy infrastructure over the weekend,
Ansid Capital's Anurag Singh predicts stable oil prices between $60 and $90 for the next four years. He believes the US administration will maintain oil flow. Singh also addresses market concerns regarding geopolitical tensions.
An hour with a big fixed income manager is a discussion of the big issues. Expect volatility, he says – a bit of a tired line, although not an untrue one.
Oil prices leaped, and stocks slumped on worries that escalating violence following Israel’s attack on Iranian nuclear and military targets could damage the flow of crude around the world, along with the global economy.
International crude oil prices jump as Israel-Iran conflict sparks fears of inflation and supply issues in India and global markets
Israel’s attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities risk pushing back the timeline for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts as the US central bank waits to assess any potential impact on inflation, economists said.