Market strategists are raising alarms over the potential for renewed volatility in global equities as military tensions between the United States and Iran intensify.
The warning comes as the US launched strikes against targets in Iran, reigniting concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East.
Multiple wire services, including The Globe and Mail and Handelsblatt, have reported on the heightened risk environment.
Oil prices ticked up in early trading as the military exchanges sparked fresh supply worries, but the reaction remained measured compared to previous spikes.
Equity markets showed little sign of panic, suggesting investors are pricing in a contained escalation rather than a broader regional conflict.
Multiple wire services, including The Globe and Mail and Handelsblatt, have reported on the heightened risk environment.
Analysts note that while the immediate market impact has been muted, the underlying risk premium is rising.