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CommoditiesHigh Impact•24 February 2026•

1 min read

Commerzbank: Potential US Strike on Iran Remains Top Risk for Oil Markets

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Key Facts

1Commerzbank identifies a potential US military strike on Iran as the biggest current risk to oil markets.

Commerzbank analyst Carsten Fritsch has identified escalating geopolitical tensions as the primary driver for potential oil supply disruptions and price volatility. The bank specifically highlighted a potential US military strike on Iran as the single greatest risk currently facing global energy markets. Such military escalation could severely disrupt supply flows and lead to a sharp tightening of global oil availability. Analysts suggest that conflicts in the Middle East involving Iran typically trigger a significant risk premium, driving prices higher. Investors are closely monitoring regional developments that could impact major transit routes and production facilities. The persistent threat of military action is expected to maintain upward pressure on Brent and WTI benchmarks as supply concerns intensify.