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Give Peace A Chance

Iran headlines are driving volatility; shaky diplomacy keeps risk elevated, dip-buying persists, and markets hedge for potential upside.
Published: February 5, 2026
Written by:
Vincent Wu

Vincent Wu

Research Associate, Flux
Vincent Wu
,
Martha Dowding

Martha Dowding

Research Associate, Flux
Martha Dowding
and
Donna Dong

Donna Dong

Research Analyst, Flux
Donna Dong
Reviewed by:
Mita Chaturvedi

Mita Chaturvedi

Research Associate, Flux
Mita Chaturvedi
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To attack or not to attack is the question Donald Trump has been grappling with in recent weeks, and one the oil community has been grappling with as well.

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