Market Performance - Gold prices increased by 2.08%, reaching $4979.56 per ounce, while silver prices rose by 5.04% to $77.2335 per ounce [2] - The three major U.S. stock indices closed higher, with the Dow Jones up 0.26%, Nasdaq up 0.78%, and S&P 500 up 0.56% [2] - Crude oil prices saw significant increases, with light crude oil futures rising by $2.86 to $65.19 per barrel (up 4.59%) and Brent crude oil futures increasing by $2.93 to $70.35 per barrel (up 4.35%) [2] Geopolitical Tensions - Reports indicate that U.S. military action against Iran is imminent, with potential large-scale operations expected to be more significant than previous conflicts [3][4] - Israeli officials have stated that the timeline for U.S. military strikes on Iran is shortening, with Israel prepared to join any military actions [5] - Iran and Russia are set to conduct joint naval exercises, reflecting their commitment to regional security and cooperation [6] Oil Market Analysis - Oil price fluctuations are primarily driven by risks associated with Iranian oil supply, with ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Iran failing to yield results [10] - Analysts suggest that geopolitical tensions, particularly between the U.S. and Iran, will continue to influence oil prices, with potential for increased volatility [11] - The market is also affected by OPEC+ production decisions, with expectations of increased quotas in the second quarter, impacting the balance of supply and demand [11]
油价大涨!美对伊开展军事行动“迫在眉睫”?伊朗与俄罗斯将联合军演!
Qi Huo Ri Bao·2026-02-19 00:01