energy markets

US-Israel forces strike Iran's Natanz nuclear facility as military campaign enters fourth week. Oil prices surge amid shipping corridor concerns; military costs exceed $11.3 billion.

Stock futures decline ahead of triple witching expiration. FedEx soars 10.43% on earnings beat; Super Micro plunges 23.61% after co-founder export charges. Iran tensions add volatility.

Cheniere Energy stock climbs as missile strikes on Qatar's LNG facilities boost natural gas prices and demand for U.S. LNG exports.

Oil prices decline on Trump's report that Iran seeks deal to end U.S.-Israel conflict; Iraq restarts pipeline exports, bypassing Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions.

Trump announces U.S. strike on Iran's Kharg Island, sparing oil infrastructure while threatening escalation over Hormuz shipping. Energy stocks surge.

Private credit faces convergence of redemption pressures and Middle East geopolitical tensions in 2026, threatening to compound borrower stress through higher energy costs and tightened credit conditions.

Trump administration explores Jones Act waiver to address Iran-related fuel supply concerns as WTI crude trades at $96.66/barrel and gasoline averages $3.63/gallon.

Oil stocks $TPET and $BATL surge 13.5% and 10.4% after-hours on Middle East tensions threatening crude supplies. Battalion Oil announces Texas land acquisition and capital raise.

Middle East tensions drive oil prices higher, triggering market volatility. Energy spikes historically prove temporary; investors should prepare to buy quality stocks at discounted prices.

Senate Democrats warn Russia-Iran intelligence sharing poses security risks amid Trump's consideration of easing Russian oil sanctions to stabilize energy markets.

Crude oil jumped above $86/barrel amid escalating U.S.-Israel-Iran tensions. Small-cap oil explorers and diversified energy plays surged on supply disruption concerns.

Israeli airstrike kills Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei in Tehran compound. Brent crude at $73/barrel; analysts warn of $80-$100 prices if conflict escalates amid Strait of Hormuz disruption concerns.