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Markets anticipate a US-Iran deal, causing oil to drop 5% and stocks to rise, but bond and volatility markets stay steady.

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22 Sep 2026
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Markets anticipate a US-Iran deal, causing oil to drop 5% and stocks to rise, but bond and volatility markets stay steady.

Markets are pricing in a potential "October surprise," likely a US-Iran deal possibly facilitated by China, which led to a 5% drop in oil prices and a rise in the stock market. However, bond markets showed little reaction, and volatility (VIX) remained steady around 15. The author believes the US-Iran deal remains uncertain, warning that if the deal fails, oil prices could spike again, causing a major stock market correction and higher yields. This situation is unfolding as the US mid-term elections approach, adding to market uncertainty.

Markets are pricing an 'October surprise' with a notable 91% sell order activity on INDO (Indonesia Energy Corporation Limited) on Pluang. For readers following energy-sector stocks, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Sep 22, 2026 17:12 WIB: out of 35 priced US energy stocks, 9 rose and 26 fell. Key movers include INDO at USD 2.88 with a -1.54% change, FANG at USD 186.87 with a -1.27% change and 100% buy order activity, and DVN at USD 46.99 with a -1.26% change and 97% sell order activity.

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