Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition World Braces for Iran's Response After US Strikes
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Jun 23, 2025 
John Bolton, former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and national security advisor, shares insights on the escalating U.S.-Iran tensions following military strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. He discusses the potential for Iranian retaliation and its implications for regional stability. Gene Goldman, Chief Investment Officer at Cetera Financial Group, analyzes market reactions, including surging oil prices and falling stock futures. The conversation highlights strategies for navigating an increasingly volatile market amid geopolitical crises.
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Impact of U.S. Strikes on Iran
- The U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear sites aims to cripple its nuclear capabilities, not just regime change, though regime change may occur.
- Iran faces a tough decision whether to retaliate militarily against the U.S., but retaliation risks regime survival.
Potential Iranian Retaliation Targets
- Iran may retaliate by attacking Israel, Gulf Arab states, or U.S. military and civilian targets.
- The U.S. is prepared to defend itself, Israel, and Gulf allies aggressively to counter Iranian threats.
Market Reaction to Iran Strikes
- The market reacted predictably with safer assets rising and equities pulling back temporarily due to the U.S. strikes on Iran.
- Such geopolitical events historically offer buying opportunities with markets often positive a year later.