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Iran & KCM Trade

20 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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Iran: Iran controls the strait and demands concessions; faces severe economic sanctions and inflation.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst provided commentary on trader sentiment, but the firm is not directly impacted.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
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Iran: Target of US airstrikes; retaliates by attacking US-allied states and vessels, escalating conflict.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst provided commentary on oil price scenarios, but the firm is not directly affected.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
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Iran: Iran is the other primary belligerent, facing military strikes and economic sanctions. Its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted global oil supplies, but it suffers from economic decline and international isolation.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade provides market analysis, but is not directly affected.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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Iran: Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a global energy crisis, driving up oil and gas prices and disrupting supply chains. The nation is also engaged in ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, leading to economic sanctions and military actions.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst, Tim Waterer, provided commentary on the market's reliance on corporate earnings and AI momentum amidst rising oil prices and diplomatic impasses.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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Iran: Iran>>> is directly involved in military exchanges with the United States>>> and its allies, facing severe economic sanctions and threats to its oil industry, while maintaining its stance on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear program.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst, Tim Waterer, provided commentary on traders' expectations for a breakthrough in freeing up tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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International
Iran: Iran>>> is a central belligerent in the conflict, actively engaging in strikes against US allies and blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Its actions directly impact regional stability, oil and gas shipping, and international relations.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst, Tim Waterer, provided commentary on the market's focus on the United States-Iran negotiations and their impact on oil prices.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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Iran: Iran>>> is a primary party in the conflict, facing US sanctions and military strikes, while asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz>>> and continuing its nuclear program.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst, Tim Waterer, provided commentary on traders' expectations for a breakthrough in freeing up tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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International
Iran: Iran is a primary party in the ongoing conflict and negotiations, facing US and Israeli strikes, economic blockades, and sanctions. Its actions, such as restricting movement in the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear program, are central to the event's impact on global markets.
KCM Trade: Tim Waterer, chief market analyst at KCM Trade, offered insights on potential oil price corrections or escalations based on the peace deal.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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International
Iran: Iran halted retaliatory strikes after the US pause, but continues to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz and turn back ships. It denies direct talks but engages via mediators, with internal skepticism about US intentions.
KCM Trade: KCM's Waterer commented on trader nervousness about AI capex.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
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Iran: Allegedly pressed Houthis to close Bab-el-Mandeb; engaged in ongoing war with US; received ceasefire proposal from mediators.
KCM Trade: Provided market analysis.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
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Iran: Iran's ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, and its control of the Strait of Hormuz, has significantly impacted oil prices and global inflation concerns. Hopes for a peace deal with the United States have influenced market sentiment regarding oil supply.
KCM Trade: Tim Waterer, chief market analyst at KCM Trade, provided commentary on market conditions.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
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International
Iran: Iran is the main target of US strikes, suffering heavy military and civilian casualties. It has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to most shipping, using it as leverage, but its economy is under severe strain from sanctions and blockade.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade analyst noted the dual-strait worry for energy markets.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
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Iran: Iran>>> is a central party in the conflict and the peace negotiations. Its nuclear ambitions, control over the Strait of Hormuz, and support for regional militias are key contentious issues in the ongoing talks.
KCM Trade: KCM Trade, through its chief market analyst, provides commentary on the potential market impact of a peace deal or escalation in the conflict.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
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KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst, Tim Waterer, provided a market perspective on the ceasefire, noting cautious optimism and the need to observe whether shipping normalizes.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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KCM Trade: KCM Trade's chief market analyst, Tim Waterer, provided a market perspective on the ceasefire, noting cautious optimism and the need to observe whether shipping normalizes.
Apr 07, 2026 · 26 articles
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KCM Trade: KCM Trade is the employer of Tim Waterer, an analyst quoted in the articles.
Apr 14, 2026 · 7 articles
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May 13, 2026 · 15 articles
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May 02, 2026 · 14 articles
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Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
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May 18, 2026 · 102 articles
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