Investing Insights

Rising Tensions in Iran: Market Update

Over the past week, geopolitical tensions between the U.S., Israel and Iran have continued to escalate. The U.S. and Israel have launched further waves of airstrikes across Iran, targeting a number of strategic sites including oil depots and other infrastructure.

The Rotation Beneath the Rally

February was a reminder that while markets can sometimes appear calm on the surface, under the bonnet they can undergo significant shifts. At first glance, global developed market equity performance appeared relatively stable over the month, with global equity markets continuing to trend upward. 

Escalation in Iran: Market Moves and Investor Implications

Over the weekend, geopolitical tensions between Iran, Israel and the US intensified. We saw multiple military operations which targeted Iranian military infrastructure and leadership compounds. In this article, we focus on the market impact and implications for investors.

Geopolitics: Understanding the long term shifts behind the headlines

Geopolitics has dominated the world stage in recent years, and this theme has continued into the start of 2026. Recent examples such as events in Greenland, Venezuela and Iran have made regular front page news.