Geopolitical spillover threatens oil, inflation as Iran risk escalates
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Investors fear a protracted Iran-related conflict could disrupt oil flows and fuel inflation, prompting a shift away from risk assets; Brent has climbed, gold and Treasuries are acting as hedges, and analysts warn markets may be underpricing the risk of regime upheaval, though some expect containment if hostilities stay limited.
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