US military planning on Iran is reportedly highly advanced with options ranging from targeting individuals to pursuing regime change, according to reports
The report on advanced US military planning regarding Iran suggests a potential escalation in tensions, which could lead to volatility in commodity markets, particularly oil and gold.
US President Trump commented on the SCOTUS ruling this morning, calling it a "disgrace", CNN's Collins' reports; Collins adds that Trump told those there at the time that he has a backup plan
Fed's Bostic (Retiring) says businesses in surveys say they expect to roll more tariff costs into prices this year and strategies to avoid that have run out
US military planning on Iran is reportedly highly advanced with options ranging from targeting individuals to pursuing regime change, according to reports
US Supreme Court strikes down the Trump administration's IEEPA tariffs (as expected); Voted 6-3 against tariffs; Supreme Court has not addressed eligibility for tariff refunds
Newsquawk European Market Wrap - 20th February 2026
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Such developments often lead to a flight to safety in currencies like the USD, while also impacting equities. Traders should monitor market reactions across these asset classes as the situation evolves.
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