US President Trump to Politico says that Iran is running out of launchers, Politico reports; Trump has suggested the war could last four or five weeks or be over in a few more days.

• Adds that defense companies are on a rapid tear to build various things the US needs.
• They’re running out and they’re running out of areas to shoot them, because they’re being decimated.  “They’re under emergency orders. We’re making it fast."

Trump's remarks on Iran's military capabilities and the potential duration of conflict could heighten geopolitical tensions, which often drive fluctuations in energy prices and safe-haven assets like gold. Furthermore, the mention of increased defense production indicates a robust defense sector outlook, potentially supporting related equities. Traders should watch for immediate implications in oil markets and shifts in risk sentiment across currencies and equities.