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<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>As per The Kobeissi Letter, a similar sequence of events unfolded in 2025 when the U.S. and China were engaged in trade talks.&nbsp;</li><li>Despite the potential negotiations, The Kobeissi Letter expects market volatility to persist in the short term “until there is a clear agreement in place.”&nbsp;</li><li>Trump said on Monday that he had instructed the Department of War to postpone military action against Iran’s power plants and energy infrastructure for five days.</li></ul>U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to hold off on strikes against Iran and indicating “productive” conversations is stirring a sense of déjà vu for some market participants who are drawing parallels to past China trade tensions.The Kobeissi Letter, which provides market commentary, said in a <a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/KobeissiLetter/status/2036122534328869244?s=20">post</a> on X on Monday that it “firmly” believes that the U.S. and Iran are engaged in ongoing negotiations, based on events that transpired during the May 2025 trade deal with China.Despite the potential negotiations, The Kobeissi Letter expects market volatility to persist in the short term “until there is a clear agreement in place.”<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-postpone-military-strikes-iran-power-plants-5-days/cZ3mJhoRI0I">Trump said on Monday</a> in a post on Truth Social that he had instructed the Department of War to “postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure” for five days. Stock markets turned green after the announcement.<h2 class="st-heading-2">The China-Iran Parallels &nbsp;</h2>As per The Kobeissi Letter, a similar sequence of events unfolded in 2025 when the U.S. and China were engaged in trade talks. Trump had signaled a deal was in the works amid soaring yields, even as Beijing denied negotiations, much like Iran’s current response. A senior Iranian official has reportedly denied any talks between the two countries.However, weeks later, the U.S. and China announced their first trade deal, reducing tariffs to a 30% baseline, The Kobeissi Letter noted. &nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_23_at_11_59_41_PM_png_fcaf5692d2.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-23 at 11.59.41 PM.png" width="1203" height="1352"></figure>&nbsp;“We believe a similar situation is happening right now with Iran, behind closed doors,” said the X post. “As Iran's war strategy has become to play the ‘long game’ and pressure the US/Israel through capital and energy markets, Iran does not want to lose leverage and allow markets to normalize until a definitive deal has been solidified,” The Kobeissi Letter said, adding that Trump was following the same playbook.According to a <a href="https://stocktwits.com/StocktwitsPolls/message/648283639">Stocktwits poll</a> asking users whether the U.S. and Iran would reach an agreement by March 31, 55% of respondents answered no.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2026_03_23_at_11_56_15_PM_png_89dabb3ee1.webp" alt="Screenshot 2026-03-23 at 11.56.15 PM.png" width="1316" height="566"></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">&nbsp;</h2><h2 class="st-heading-2">Market Impact</h2>However, the market commentator warned that short-term volatility would continue and a return to normal would take time.“That said, volatility will persist until there is a clear agreement in place, and broader market normalization after this historic shock will take months,” the post said.Meanwhile, at the time of writing, the <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was up 1.46%; the <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/qqq">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF </a>(QQQ) also rose 1.46%; and the <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/dia">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) climbed 1.77% higher.Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Oil prices plummeted amid the news, with the <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/uso">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) declining 8.7% at the time of writing, while the <a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/uco">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was down nearly 13% at the time of writing.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

 U.S. President Donald J. Trump sits at a table monitoring military operations during Operation Epic Fury against Iran. (Photo by The White House via X Account/Anadolu via Getty Images)

China Déjà Vu? Trump’s No-Strike On Iran Announcement Stokes Deal Speculation Even As Markets Brace For Volatility

The Kobeissi Letter, which provides market commentary, said in a post on X on Monday that it “firmly” believes that the U.S. and Iran are engaged in ongoing negotiations.

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U.S. stock futures soared in Monday’s pre-market trade after President Donald Trump announced that he has instructed the Department of War to postpone all military strikes against Iran’s power plants and energy infrastructure for five days.Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) futures were up more than 1,200 points, while the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures were both up nearly 3%.President Donald Trump on Monday announced that he has instructed the Department of War to postpone all military strikes against Iran’s power plants and energy infrastructure for five days.“I AM PLEASE TO REPORT THAT THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND THE COUNTRY OF IRAN, HAVE HAD, OVER THE LAST TWO DAYS, VERY GOOD AND PRODUCTIVE CONVERSATIONS REGARDING A COMPLETE AND TOTAL RESOLUTION OF OUR HOSTILITIES IN THE MIDDLE EAST,” President Trump&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116278159912794855">said</a> in a post on Truth Social.He added that the postponement of military strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure is subject to the success of the ongoing discussions between the two sides.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Trump_post_jpg_8c5b0d1547.webp" alt="President Donald Trump's post on Truth Social" width="576" height="504"><figcaption>President Donald Trump's post on Truth Social | @realDonaldTrump/Truth Social</figcaption></figure>U.S. equities soared in Monday’s pre-market trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was up 1.17%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) rose 1.15%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) gained 1.3%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Iran Denies Trump’s Claims Of Talks</h2>A senior Iranian security official reportedly denied President Trump’s claims of talks between the two countries,&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tasnimnews.ir/en/news/2026/03/23/3547520/source-dismisses-iran-us-talks-says-trump-has-backed-off">according</a> to Tasnim News Agency.The official reportedly stated that President Trump has retreated in the face of Iran’s military threats regarding attacks on critical infrastructure in the region.The official stated that no negotiations are ongoing or have been undertaken, while noting that the Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war conditions.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Oil Tumbles</h2>Crude oil prices tumbled about 9% on Monday following President Trump’s announcement, after gaining more than 3% earlier in the day.U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May tumbled more than 9% to hover around $89 per barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May also fell 9% to $97 per barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) fell nearly 9%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was down about 11% at the time of writing.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/crude-oil-prices-soar-iea-warning-middle-east-trump-ultimatum-iran-threat/cZ3meicRI03">‘Very Severe’ Crude Oil Shock Coming? IEA Warning Sparks Reaction As Trump’s Iran Deadline Looms</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

President Trump signed executive orders which included the renaming of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Dow Futures Hold Gains After Trump Postpones Strikes Against Iranian Power Plants For 5 Days – But Iran Denies Talks Claim

Trump added that the postponement of military strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure is subject to the success of the ongoing discussions between the two sides.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>President Trump gave Iran an ultimatum on Saturday that the U.S. will “obliterate” the country’s power plants if it doesn’t stand down and fully open the Strait of Hormuz.</li><li>Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned that critical and energy infrastructure, as well as oil facilities in the Middle East, could be destroyed if Iran’s energy infrastructure is targeted.</li><li>According to a Reuters report, Iran’s National Defence Council has warned that all communication lines in the Persian Gulf will be mined if there is any attempt to attack the Iranian coast or islands.</li></ul>Crude oil prices soared on Monday amid intensifying tensions in the Middle East due to the Iran war, with the ultimatum issued by President Donald Trump looming large.According to a Reuters&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/iea-consulting-with-governments-further-oil-stock-releases-chief-birol-says-2026-03-23/">report</a>, International Energy Agency (IEA) chief Fatih Birol warned that the Middle East crisis is “very severe” and that its impact is worse than the two oil shocks of the 1970s and the Russia-Ukraine war put together.“The single most important ⁠solution to this problem is opening the Hormuz Strait. The depth of the problem was not well appreciated by the decision makers around the world,” he said, according to the report, explaining his decision to speak up now.This comes amid a continued rise in crude oil prices. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May were up more than 3% before losing some steam, hovering around $99 a barrel at the time of writing. Brent crude futures expiring in May surged about 3% to hover around $109 a barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) was up about 2% at the time of writing, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) soared nearly 6%.Meanwhile, major U.S. oil stocks like Exxon Mobil Corp. (XOM), Chevron Corp. (CVX), and ConocoPhillips (COP) rose about 1% in Monday’s pre-market trade.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Trump’s Looming Ultimatum</h2>President Trump gave Iran an ultimatum on Saturday that the U.S. will “obliterate” the country’s power plants if it doesn’t stand down and fully open the Strait of Hormuz.“If Iran doesn’t FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!” he said.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Trump_post_jpg_c806e577e7.webp" alt="President Donald Trump's post on Truth Social" width="570" height="286"><figcaption>President Donald Trump's post on Truth Social | @realDonaldTrump/Truth Social</figcaption></figure>It’s been nearly 35 hours since the president’s post, leaving Iran with about 13 hours to take a call.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Iran Warns Gulf Facilities Could Be Destroyed In An ‘Irreversible Manner’</h2>Meanwhile, Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/mb_ghalibaf/status/2035665493307130044">post</a> on X that critical and energy infrastructure as well as oil facilities in the Middle East could be destroyed in an “irreversible manner” immediately after Iran’s energy infrastructure is targeted.According to a Reuters&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://aje.news/e3f29t?update=4427090">report</a>, Iran’s National Defence Council has warned that all communication lines in the Persian Gulf will be mined if there is any attempt to attack the Iranian coast or islands.“In this case, the entire Gulf will practically be in a situation similar to the Strait of Hormuz for a long time (...) One should not forget the failure of more than 100 minesweepers in the 1980s in removing a few sea mines,” the council said.Meanwhile, U.S. equities declined in Monday’s pre-market trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.94%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) fell 1.01%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) rose 0.75%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/democrat-flags-howard-lutnick-conflict-of-interest-1-6b-usa-rare-earth-deal/cZ3XwveRILw">House Democrat Flags Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's Conflict Of Interest In $1.6B USA Rare Earth Deal: Report</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

The West Texas Intermediate (WTI)-grade of crude oil spiked over 2% in overnight trading on Sunday. 

‘Very Severe’ Crude Oil Shock Coming? IEA Warning Sparks Reaction As Trump’s Iran Deadline Looms

Brent crude futures expiring in May surged about 3% to hover around $109 a barrel.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The IEA said the Iran war has triggered the largest oil supply disruption on record and outlined additional steps for governments, businesses, and households to help limit the impact.</li><li>The agency said that encouraging a shift from private cars to public transport, along with measures such as alternating access for private vehicles in major cities, can help reduce congestion and lower fuel consumption.</li><li>Meanwhile, the Trump administration is considering plans to either take over or blockade Iran’s Kharg Island, according to a report by Axios.</li></ul>The International Energy Agency (IEA) has issued a slew of recommendations to help people cope with rising crude oil prices as the war in Iran enters its 21st day.The IEA said the Iran war has triggered the largest oil supply disruption in history, and while some steps have already been taken to ease demand pressures, it outlined additional actions for governments, businesses, and households to help mitigate the impact.“In the absence of a swift resolution, the impacts on energy markets and economies are set to become more and more severe,” said IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol.WTI crude futures expiring in May have gained around 42% since the Iran war began in February, while Brent crude futures expiring in the same month have soared about 48%.<h2 class="st-heading-2">IEA’s Top Recommendations To Deal With Oil Price Shock</h2>Some of the top recommendations outlined by the IEA include working from home to reduce commuting-related demand for petrol and diesel. The agency has also suggested that reducing speed by 10 kilometers per hour on the highway will cut fuel use across both passenger and freight segments.It said that encouraging a shift from private cars to public transport, along with measures such as alternating access for private vehicles in major cities, can help reduce congestion and lower fuel consumption.The IEA has also recommended reducing air travel, increasing carpooling, and shifting LPG use from transport to cooking as additional measures to ease demand for crude oil.“While the demand-side measures highlighted in the report cannot match the scale of disrupted supply, they can play a meaningful role in lowering costs for consumers, reducing market strains and preserving fuels for essential uses until normal flows resume,” the agency said.This comes amid a continued rise in crude oil prices. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May rose nearly 1% to more than $96 a barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May gained over 2% to hover around $111 a barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) was up nearly 1% at the time of writing, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) gained about 2%.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Trump Mulls Taking Over Or Blockading Iran’s Kharg Island</h2>Meanwhile, the Trump administration is considering plans to either take over or blockade Iran’s Kharg Island, according to a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/20/iran-invasion-kharg-island-strait-hormuz">report</a> by Axios.This is part of the Trump administration’s plans to pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly a fifth of the world’s oil supply passes.“We can knock out their oil in Kharg Island. The only thing we didn’t take down was the oil, because if we knock out, I call them the pipes, very complex, but if you do that, it will take them forever to rebuild,” President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, according to a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.politico.com/news/2026/03/19/why-targeting-kharg-island-could-backfire-on-trump-00834972">report</a> by Politico.Meanwhile, U.S. equities declined in Friday’s pre-market trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.35%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) fell 0.48%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) fell 0.24%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/novo-nordisk-wegovy-hd-7-2-mg-approved-by-fda/cZ3aFJgRIhX">Novo Nordisk Receives FDA Approval For Higher Dose Of Its Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

As Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran War, IEA’s Advice Is Simple — Work From Home, Ease Off The Pedal, Skip That Flight

WTI crude futures expiring in May have gained around 42% since the Iran war began in late February, while Brent crude futures expiring in May have soared about 48%.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The Treasury Secretary stated that the U.S. could do another release of its Strategic Petroleum Reserves to keep a lid on crude oil prices.</li><li>He also denied that the U.S. Treasury would intervene in the oil futures market.</li><li>Bessent also added that he expects a global coalition to eventually escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, pointing to NATO allies and others in Asia.</li></ul>Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly stated on Thursday that the United States will use Iranian crude oil barrels against the country to tame rising crude oil prices.During an interview with Fox Business, Bessent stated that Iran currently has about 140 million barrels of crude oil loaded on ships on the seas.“In the coming days, we may unsanction the Iranian oil that’s on the water. We will be using the Iranian barrels against the Iranians to keep the price down for the next 10 or 14 days as we continue this campaign,” he said during the interview.Bessent’s remarks come amid a continued rise in crude oil prices. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May were up more than 1%, hovering around $96 a barrel at the time of writing. Brent crude futures expiring in May gained about 3% to hover around $111 a barrel, after inching close to the 52-week high of $119.5 per barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) fell about 2%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was down by nearly 1% at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">US Could Do Another SPR Release, Says Bessent</h2>The Treasury Secretary stated that the U.S. could do another release of its Strategic Petroleum Reserves to keep a lid on crude oil prices. He also denied that the U.S. Treasury would intervene in the oil futures market.Bessent stated that following the release of 400 million barrels of crude oil from strategic reserves in coordination with the International Energy Agency (IEA) last week, other countries could do additional releases.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Bessent Expects Global Coalition For Strait Of Hormuz Escorts</h2>Bessent also added that he expects a global coalition to eventually escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, pointing to NATO allies and others in Asia. “It would be very disappointing for those who benefit the most not to do something,” he added.The Treasury Secretary also stated that the U.S. is not attacking Iran’s energy infrastructure on the Kharg island, while only undertaking precision strikes against military targets in the area.Meanwhile, U.S. equities declined in Thursday morning’s trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.4%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) fell 0.47%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) declined 0.58%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/csiq-stock-declines-canadian-solar-misses-q4-estimates-prolonged-downturn/cZ3akNxRIhd">Canadian Solar Pins Q4 Miss On Prolonged Downturn In The Sector, Regulatory Headwinds — CSIQ Stock Tumbles Over 20% Pre-Market</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

 US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent visits "Kudlow" at Fox Business Network Studios on August 12, 2025, in New York City. 

Bessent Says US May 'Unsanction' Iran Oil On The Water To Tame Crude Oil Prices: Report

The Treasury Secretary’s remarks come amid surging crude oil prices, with Brent crude futures inching close to the 52-week high of $119.5 per barrel.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>An adviser to the new Supreme Leader of Iran stated that a new regime will be put in place following the end of the war, according to the report.</li><li>The adviser stated that this will allow the Iranian regime to apply maritime restrictions on countries that sanctioned it.</li><li>Analysts at ING Think stated in a note on Thursday that the risks to energy markets from the Iran war are no longer limited to the Strait of Hormuz.</li></ul>Iran is reportedly considering charging a toll for ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz in a bid to monetize the crucial waterway.According to a Reuters&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-considers-levying-transit-fees-ships-hormuz-strait-lawmaker-says-2026-03-19/">report</a>, an Iranian lawmaker stated that the country’s parliament was considering charging tolls and taxes to countries using the Strait of Hormuz for shipping, energy ‌transit ⁠and food supplies. Nearly a fifth of the global crude oil supply flows through the strait.This comes amid a continued rise in crude oil prices. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May were up more than 1%, hovering around $97 a barrel at the time of writing. Brent crude futures expiring in May surged about 5% to hover around $113 a barrel, after inching close to the 52-week high of $119.5 per barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) were down by about 1% at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">New Regime For Strait Of Hormuz After War, Says Adviser</h2>According to the report, an adviser to the new Supreme Leader of Iran stated that a new regime will be put in place following the end of the war.The adviser stated that this will allow the Iranian regime to apply maritime restrictions on countries that sanctioned it. This includes the U.S., which first placed sanctions on Iran in 1979 before lifting them subsequently."So far, the domination-seeking powers would sanction and limit us. But, at the end of current imposed war, with drawing a new regime for the Strait of Hormuz, Iran will turn its position from a sanctioned country to an enhanced power in the region and the world,” said Mohammad Mokhber, member of the Iranian Expediency Council, according to a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.mehrnews.com/news/242750/Iran-to-draw-ban-regime-for-Strait-of-Hormuz-after-war">report</a> by the Mehr News Agency.President Donald Trump reimposed restrictions in 2018, which were subsequently ramped up over the years. The U.K., Australia, and the United Nations have also imposed sanctions on the Middle Eastern country.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Looking Beyond The Strait</h2>Analysts at ING Think stated in a note on Thursday that the risks to the energy markets due to the Iran war are no longer limited to just the status of the Strait of Hormuz.“Damage to the LNG facilities means that the troubles for global gas markets aren't just about when flows through the Strait of Hormuz resume, but how long repair work at the sites might take,” the firm stated, following the Israeli attack on Iran’s South Pars gas field.ING Think analysts added that even if the LNG facilities on the field are untouched, there would be a higher risk premium to consider going forward.Meanwhile, U.S. equities declined in Thursday’s opening trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.71%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) fell 0.9%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) rose 0.47%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/tesla-fsd-probe-nhtsa-3-2-million-vehicles-over-fsd-degradation/cZ3aLptRIWv">Tesla FSD Probe Expands To Millions Of Vehicles: Here’s What The NHTSA Is Investigating</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

A MarineTraffic map showing ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz. Taken in Brussels, Belgium, on March 15, 2026. (Photo by Jonathan Raa/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Iran Reportedly Mulls Transit Fees In Strait Of Hormuz, Targeting A Fifth Of Global Energy Flow As Crude Oil Surges

Brent crude futures expiring in May surged about 5% to hover around $113 a barrel, after inching close to the 52-week high of $119.5 per barrel.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the waiver is aimed at mitigating short-term disruptions to the oil market amid the ongoing war in Iran.</li><li>She added that the waiver will allow commodities like oil, natural gas, fertilizer, and coal to flow freely to U.S. ports for 60 days.</li><li>The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, commonly called the Jones Act, is a U.S. federal law that regulates maritime commerce within the United States.</li></ul>The Trump administration on Wednesday issued a temporary 60-day waiver for the Jones Act as crude oil prices continue to rise amid the Iran war.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-suspend-jones-act-crude-oil-breaches-100-per-barrel-again/cZduJuhRI98">Jones Act waiver</a> has been issued to lower the cost of transporting oil, gas, and other commodities.“President Trump’s decision to issue a 60-day Jones Act waiver is just another step to mitigate the short-term disruptions to the oil market as the U.S. military continues meeting the objectives of Operation Epic Fury,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/PressSec/status/2034267144477614178">post</a> on X.She added that the waiver will allow commodities like oil, natural gas, fertilizer, and coal to flow freely to U.S. ports for 60 days.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Leavitt_post_jpg_8bb5ae935f.webp" alt="Karoline Leavitt's post on X" width="585" height="419"><figcaption>Karoline Leavitt's post on X | @PressSec/X</figcaption></figure><h2 class="st-heading-2">What Is The Jones Act?</h2>The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, commonly called the Jones Act, is a U.S. federal law that regulates maritime commerce within the United States. It is named after its sponsor, Senator Wesley Jones.According to Section 27 of the Jones Act, goods transported between two ports in the country must be carried on ships that are built in the United States, owned by U.S. citizens or U.S. companies, registered under the U.S. flag, and crewed primarily by U.S. citizens or permanent residents.Waiving the Jones Act would allow foreign ships to carry fuel between U.S. ports, potentially increasing delivery speeds while lowering costs.This comes at a time when crude oil prices have continued to gain after crossing the $100-per-barrel mark.U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May gained nearly 2% per barrel to hover around $97 a barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May surged nearly 5% to $109 per barrel, gaining nearly 19% over the past week.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) gained nearly 2%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was up about 4% at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Trump Voices Frustration With Allies On Strait Of Hormuz</h2>President Donald Trump voiced his frustration with U.S. allies over their reluctance to help with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing Iran war.President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he wonders what would happen if the U.S. let the countries using the Strait of Hormuz be responsible for it.“I wonder what would happen if we ‘finished off’ what’s left of the Iranian Terror State, and let the Countries that use it, we don’t, be responsible for the so called ‘Strait?’ That would get some of our non-responsive ‘Allies’ in gear, and fast!!!,” he said in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://truthsocial.com/">post</a> on Truth Social.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Trump_post_jpg_71a23f4206.webp" alt="President Donald Trump's post on Truth Social" width="573" height="218"><figcaption>President Donald Trump's post on Truth Social | @realDonaldTrump/Truth Social</figcaption></figure>This came a day after the president stated in another&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116245182325726375">post</a> on Truth Social that the U.S. does not need allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.“Speaking as President of the United States of America, by far the Most Powerful Country Anywhere in the World, WE DO NOT NEED THE HELP OF ANYONE!” he said.Meanwhile, U.S. equities declined in Wednesday’s opening trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.62%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) fell 0.54%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) declined 1.01%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/us-trade-deficit-china-down-30-past-year-jamieson-greer/cZ37Q0wRIgZ">US Trade Deficit With China Down 30% Over Past Year, Jamieson Greer Reportedly Says: ‘It Would Be Very Helpful If…’</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

 U.S. President Donald Trump participates in a meeting with fellow G7 leaders during a meeting at the G7 Leaders' Summit on June 16, 2025 in Kananaskis, Alberta. 

Trump Administration Reportedly Issues Jones Act Waiver As Crude Oil Continues To Soar

Brent crude futures expiring in May surged nearly 6% to rise to $110 per barrel, gaining nearly 19% over the past week.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>The $50 billion in supplemental funding would be used to replace the weapons used in recent conflicts, including the one in the Middle East.</li><li>Expenses in the ongoing Iran war have crossed $11 billion in the first week, according to a Reuters report citing people familiar with the matter.</li><li>Senator Elizabeth Warren said the $50 billion being sought for the Iran war could fund ACA tax credits for a year and still leave $20 billion remaining.</li></ul>Economist Peter Schiff on Tuesday warned that the debt risk is a greater threat than Iran amid reports that President Donald Trump may seek $50 billion to replenish the weapons stockpile of the U.S.“If Trump is serious about short-term pain for long-term gain, he should ask for $50B in other spending cuts or tax hikes to pay for it,” Schiff said in a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/PeterSchiff/status/2033890405456978368">post</a> on X.<figure class="image"><img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Schiff_post_jpg_9e9ef88236.webp" alt="Peter Schiff's post on X" width="585" height="202"><figcaption>Peter Schiff's post on X | @PeterSchiff/X</figcaption></figure>Schiff’s warning comes amid a Reuters&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/defense-executives-plan-meet-white-house-strikes-iran-diminish-stockpiles-2026-03-04/">report</a> that the Pentagon is working on a supplemental budget request of nearly $50 billion. These funds would be used to replace the weapons used in recent conflicts, including the one in the Middle East.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Iran War Expenses Cross $11B, Senator Warren Warns Of Spiraling Costs</h2>Expenses in the ongoing Iran war have crossed $11 billion in the first week, according to a Reuters&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-administration-estimates-iran-war-cost-over-11-billion-six-days-source-2026-03-11/">report</a> citing people familiar with the matter.The $11 billion cost estimate does not include the complete cost of the war, but it comes amid a lack of public disclosure from the Trump administration.Meanwhile, Senator Elizabeth Warren last week warned that the Iran war costs are spiralling.“Now, this war is costing American lives and a lot of money. Money that could instead be spent lowering costs like health care,” she said during a hearing of the Director of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO).She added that with the $50 billion that the Trump administration is seeking to fund the Iran war, it could extend the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits by a year and still have $20 billion left over.“It seems to me that when we're talking about money here, that the way that we can save the most money would be to stop bombing Iran now, and just as a side benefit, we could also save a lot of lives,” Warren added.<h2 class="st-heading-2">US’ Current Debt</h2>According to data from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the current national debt stands at $37.64 trillion. Adjusted for inflation, the U.S. national debt stood at $321 billion in 1929 and $14.85 trillion in 2008.In a conversation with Andrew Ross Sorkin in November 2025, Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/ray-dalio-warns-parallels-between-economic-bubbles-1929-2008-now-striking/cLPo0TVREBM">warned that</a> the parallels between the economic bubbles of 1929, 2008, and now are “striking.”“In 1929 and 2008, there was a lot of debt — but most of it was owned by the private sector. Today, the government sector has a lot of the debt,” he said.On Tuesday, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May were up more than 2%, hovering around $94 a barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May rose about 2% to hover around $102 a barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) gained nearly 2%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was up more than 3% at the time of writing.Meanwhile, U.S. equities gained in Tuesday’s opening trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was up 0.63%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) rose 0.7%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) gained 0.93%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/jeremy-siegel-market-10-correction-iran-war-rising-crude-oil-prices/cZ3EEiTRIXI">Wharton's Jeremy Siegel Warns Markets Could Face 10% Correction Risk Due To Iran War, Crude Oil Spike</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

As Iran War Costs Mount, Peter Schiff Says America’s Biggest Enemy Is Debt – Even As Trump’s Pentagon Eyes $50B Funding

The economist said that if President Donald Trump is serious about short-term pain for long-term gain, he should ask for $50B in other spending cuts or tax hikes.

Peter Schiff Warns Debt Tops Iran Risk As Trump Pushes For $50B Funding

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Siegel explained that the core issue is not crude oil itself, but gasoline, which he said is the most visible price in the economy for consumers.</li><li>In the short term, the economist stated that he is more cautious because of the potential for higher crude oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty that are putting pressure on stocks.</li><li>Crude oil prices have soared since the beginning of the Iran war, with WTI crude surging more than 40%.</li></ul>Jeremy Siegel, professor emeritus of finance at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, on Tuesday warned that the Iran war and rising crude oil prices could result in a correction in U.S. equities.“I could see the markets experiencing a 10% correction from the recent highs. We are not anticipating a major decline for the S&amp;P 500, but the mood has clearly changed,” he said, adding that the Iran war has added a new layer of uncertainty.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Crude Oil Prices Soar Since The Start Of Iran War</h2>Crude oil prices have soared since the beginning of the Iran war, with WTI crude surging more than 40%.On Tuesday, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May were up more than 3%, hovering around $95 a barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May rose more than 2% to hover around $103 a barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) gained nearly 3%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was up more than 4% at the time of writing.Siegel explained that the core issue is not crude oil itself. “It is gasoline, the most visible price in the economy for consumers, and when that price jumps it hits psychology immediately. That matters, even if the broader economic effect is more balanced than the headlines,” he added.<h2 class="st-heading-2">‘Sand In The Gears Of Global Economy’</h2>Siegel added that he is concerned about the accumulation of friction across the economy. He highlighted that travel is being rerouted, shipping continues to be at risk, and that the Strait of Hormuz is an “obvious” pressure point.“These disruptions put sand in the gears of the global economy. They do not necessarily end the expansion, but they can weigh on sentiment, delay activity, and create a generally sourer mood in markets,” he said.In the short term, Siegel stated that he is more cautious because of the potential for higher crude oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty that are putting pressure on stocks. He concluded that while equity markets are facing near-term shocks, the long-term foundation remains in place.Meanwhile, U.S. equities gained in Tuesday’s opening trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was up 0.37%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) rose 0.31%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) gained 0.34%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/iran-supreme-leader-khamenei-rejects-ceasefire-with-us-crude-oil-prices-rise/cZ3Ec2ARIQM">Iran's New Supreme Leader Reportedly Rejects Proposal For Ceasefire With US – Crude Oil Prices Rise Amid Growing Tensions</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

American and Iranian flags displayed on a phone screen are seen in this multiple exposure illustration photo.

Wharton's Jeremy Siegel Warns Markets Could Face 10% Correction Risk Due To Iran War, Crude Oil Spike

The economist said he is concerned about the accumulation of friction across the economy.

<ul class="summary-bullets"><li>Mojtaba Khamenei said that now was not the right time for peace with the U.S. and Israel until they accept defeat and pay compensation, according to the report.</li><li>Meanwhile, a report by the Tasnim News Agency citing an Iranian official stated that claims of Iran seeking talks with the U.S. are false.</li><li>The report also stated that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi dismissed reports of Iran requesting a ceasefire.</li></ul>Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, on Tuesday reportedly rejected proposals for a ceasefire with the U.S. or reducing tensions with the country amid an intensifying conflict in the Middle East.According to a Reuters&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-new-supreme-leader-rejects-proposals-reducing-tensions-with-us-senior-2026-03-17/">report</a> citing a senior Iranian official, Khamenei had a “very tough and serious” stance on revenge against the U.S. and Israel as the Iran war entered its third week.Rising tensions sent crude oil prices rising on Tuesday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures maturing in May were up more than 4%, hovering around $96 a barrel. Brent crude futures expiring in May surged nearly 3% to hover around $103 a barrel.The&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/USO">United States Oil Fund ETF</a> (USO) gained nearly 4%, while the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/UCO">ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil ETF</a> (UCO) was up about 6% at the time of writing.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Not The Right Time For Peace, Says Khamenei</h2>Khamenei said that now was not the right time for peace with the U.S. and Israel until they accept defeat and pay compensation, according to the report.Meanwhile, a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tasnimnews.ir/en/news/2026/03/17/3542548/report-on-iran-seeking-to-communicate-with-us-pure-lie-source">report</a> by the Tasnim News Agency citing an Iranian official stated that claims of Iran seeking talks with the U.S. are false. The report also stated that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi dismissed reports of Iran requesting a ceasefire.<h2 class="st-heading-2">Israel Says Iran’s Security Chief Killed</h2>Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Tuesday said that the Iranian security chief Ali Larijani had been killed, according to a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.reuters.com/world/china/trump-criticises-allies-over-rejection-hormuz-request-iran-israel-trade-2026-03-17/">report</a> by Reuters.This comes amid a spate of attacks by the Iranian and Israeli sides, with the Israeli army stating that it has launched a “wave of extensive strikes” across Iran, according to a&nbsp;<a class="st-link-external" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://aje.news/zt6qcd?update=4408621">report</a> by Al Jazeera.Iran, on the other hand, stated that it targeted Israel’s weapons manufacturing facilities and cyber-tech centers. The Middle Eastern country also stated that it has confiscated hundreds of Starlink devices made by Elon Musk-led SpaceX.Meanwhile, U.S. equities were mixed in Tuesday’s pre-market trade. At the time of writing, the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/SPY">SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF</a> (SPY), which tracks the S&amp;P 500 index, was down 0.01%; the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/QQQ">Invesco QQQ Trust ETF</a> (QQQ) fell 0.13%; and the&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/DIA">SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust</a> (DIA) rose 0.07%. Retail sentiment on Stocktwits regarding the S&amp;P 500 ETF was in the ‘extremely bearish’ territory.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/why-is-glsi-stock-rising-today-phase-iii-immunotherapy-breast-cancer-trial/cZ3ERK8RIQs">Why Is GLSI Stock Rising Today?</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Iran's New Supreme Leader Reportedly Rejects Proposal For Ceasefire With US – Crude Oil Prices Rise Amid Growing Tensions

According to a Reuters report citing a senior Iranian official, Khamenei had a “very tough and serious” stance on revenge against the U.S. and Israel as the Iran war entered its third week.

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