Oil Surges As Trump Vows To Hit Iran Hard | The Opening Trade 4/2/2026

Crude oil soared after President Trump vowed to hit Iran ‘extremely hard’ in the coming weeks.

Trump's comments during a rare prime-time address offered little clarity on a resolution to the war, dampening hopes for a quick de-escalation to the conflict.

The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe. With analysis you won't find anywhere else, we break down the biggest stories of the day and speak to top guests who have skin in the game. Hosted by Anna Edwards and Lizzy Burden.

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00:01:15 - Will Hit Iran 'Extremely' Hard: Trump
00:03:11 - Stock Rally Fades, S&P Futures
00:06:46 - US Eyes Fresh Tariffs
00:09:29 - Estee Lauder, Puig Deal
00:09:45 - Iran War: UK Fuel Prices Record Surge
00:10:05 - NASA Rocket Launch
00:13:02 - Trump Speech Sparks Fresh Market Volatility
00:25:46 - US Allies Weigh Iran Outreach, Sanctions
00:41:04 - Weekend Risk-Off Playbook: MLIV
00:46:53 - Stocks to Watch: Novo Nordisk, Puig, Lufthansa
01:08:50 - NASA Launches First Crew Moon Mission in 50 Years
01:16:10 - Iran War: Air Travel Crisis
01:29:19 - A Year After Trump's 'Liberation Day'
01:32:24 - Stocks Extend Drop
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