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.

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.