Geopolitical Risk and Global Markets: Gold, Oil, and Stocks in Focus

Webinar Overview

This educational webinar examines how geopolitical risk influences global financial markets, with gold, oil, and stocks in focus. 

The session will explore the key factors driving gold and oil prices, review how gold has historically behaved during wars and geopolitical tensions, and discuss the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and its potential implications for energy markets. 

It will also analyze stock market behavior during periods of uncertainty, highlighting sector performance trends and cross-asset dynamics in high-volatility environments. The discussion emphasizes market mechanics and risk awareness within a purely educational framework. 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify the main factors influencing gold and oil prices
• Understand how gold has historically reacted during geopolitical stress
• Explain the importance of the Strait of Hormuz in global energy markets
• Interpret stock market behavior during periods of elevated uncertainty
• Recognize sector trends and cross-asset interactions in volatile environments