Iran Conflict Jolts Markets

Russell Investments2.71K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(7min)CommentsSummaryOil and gas prices surge amid Iran war.Bond yields rise on inflation concerns.U.S. enters conflict on solid economic footing. BalkansCat/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Energy prices move sharply higher Energy markets drove this week’s market volatility, with the conflict in Iran triggering a sharp rise in oil and natural gas prices. Through Thursday’s close, West Texas Intermediate crude oil wasThis article was written byRussell Investments2.71K FollowersFollowRussell Investments is a leading global investment solutions partner providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Since 1936, Russell Investments has been building a legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, working every day to improve people’s financial security. The firm has US$331 billion in assets under management (as of 12/31/2024) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Russell Investments has offices in 17 cities around the world.