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- A very successful attack on three nuclear sites in Iran (Fordow, Natanz, Esfahan) has been completed.
- All planes involved in the attack are now outside of Iran air space.
- A full payload of bombs was dropped on the primary site, Fordow.
- All planes are safely on their way home.
- The American military is superior to any other in the World.
- Now is the time for peace.
A direct military strike on a major oil-producing nation like Iran and its nuclear facilities would immediately trigger extreme global market panic. The S&P 500 would experience a massive and rapid sell-off due to the immense uncertainty, potential for global conflict, severe disruption to energy markets, and an immediate flight from risk.
The post explicitly states a direct military attack, including bombing, on sovereign Iranian nuclear sites. This constitutes an act of war and would lead to immediate and severe retaliation from Iran, a major international crisis, and a high likelihood of escalating into a broader regional or global conflict, involving significant international actors.
- Commodities: Oil (WTI) prices would skyrocket due to the direct threat to Middle Eastern oil supplies, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, and the immediate geopolitical premium. Gold (XAU) would surge significantly as the ultimate safe-haven asset amidst extreme global uncertainty and conflict.
- Currencies (Forex): The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) would likely strengthen sharply as global capital seeks the safety and liquidity of U.S. assets. The dollar would absolutely be treated as a safe-haven asset, as investors flee riskier currencies and economies directly or indirectly impacted by the conflict.
- Global Equities: European (e.g., STOXX 600) and Asian (e.g., Nikkei) markets would experience an immediate and severe negative sentiment, leading to sharp declines. Global equities would plunge as investors dump risky assets, fearing an economic downturn, supply chain disruptions, and wider geopolitical instability.
- Bonds (Fixed Income): A 'flight to safety' into U.S. Treasuries is highly likely. Increased demand for these safe-haven bonds would drive their prices up, consequently pushing their yields down significantly as investors accept lower returns for perceived security.