This oil volatility index suggests how serious the Israel-Iran situation is — and could become
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 17 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Oil Price Volatility: U.S. and global oil prices have experienced significant fluctuations following Israel's attacks on Iran, with the CBOE Crude-oil ETF Volatility Index reaching its highest level in over three years, indicating increased market uncertainty.
Market Sentiment: Traders are becoming increasingly concerned about potential short-term supply disruptions and broader regional instability, reflecting a growing unease about the evolving situation.
Analyst Views on USO
Wall Street analysts forecast USO stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for USO is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
