Report published September 7, 2026
What Does the US-Iran Conflict Mean for Markets? UBS Research Analysis
UBS · September 7, 2026
Renewed US-Iran strikes have increased supply chain and energy disruption risks, but operational workarounds have cushioned the economic fallout. UBS maintains an Attractive stance on global equities and recommends diversified commodity exposure to manage inflation and geopolitical risks.
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Key Takeaways
- 1.Energy markets are adapting to restricted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz via alternative routes, stockpiles, and operational workarounds, cushioning the economic shock.
- 2.Global equities remain rated Attractive due to solid earnings growth, with the conflict not expected to derail the broader market rally.
- 3.Investors should maintain diversified commodity exposure, including gold as a geopolitical hedge and copper driven by structural electrification and AI infrastructure demand.
Table of Contents
- Key message
- 01 Renewed attacks have increased the risk of a more prolonged disruption to supply chains.
- 02 But energy markets have continued to adapt, limiting the severity of the economic shock for now.
- 03 So we favor diversified commodity exposure while remaining constructive on equities.
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| Metric | Estimate | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Strait of Hormuz pre-conflict oil transit volume | 21000000.0 barrels per day | Strait of Hormuz accounted for more than one quarter of global maritime oil trade prior to the conflict. |
| Share of global maritime oil trade through Strait of Hormuz | 25.0% | Accounted for more than one quarter of global maritime oil trade prior to the conflict. |
| US gasoline prices | US gasoline prices are at record levels for this time of the year due to refining and distribution tightness. |
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