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Akoner states eToro clients are "increasing their exposures to energy related, equities, commodity indices." The ongoing war has constrained oil supply (notably via the Strait of Hormuz), supporting higher prices and profitability for energy companies. This is a direct allocation recommendation in response to the current geopolitical and supply environment, indicating a bullish view on the sector. A rapid de-escalation of the Iran conflict or a global demand shock that collapses the oil price.

Akoner says gold "has a place in portfolios from a structural point of view" and "once we see inflationary pressures come down and the rate cut cycle being priced again, we would expect gold to act as a diversifier." Gold is not currently acting as a safe haven but is seen as a structural holding. Its role as a diversifier is expected to strengthen when the monetary policy cycle turns toward easing. The view is neutral-to-watchful currently, with a clear conditional catalyst (rate cut expectations) for it to become a more active diversifier. Persistent inflation keeps central banks hawkish indefinitely, delaying the rate cut cycle and gold's diversification appeal.

Akoner states "we are seeing, interest in Brazilian equities" because they are "tied to the commodity cycle" and benefit from "easy monetary policy." The commodity cycle is supported by geopolitical supply disruptions, and local easy policy provides a favorable backdrop. The Brazilian real's strength against the USD is also noted. This is a favorable view on Brazilian equities as a play on commodities and local macro conditions, with observed investor interest. A sharp downturn in global commodity demand or a shift in Brazil's monetary policy.

Akoner states "one thing concerning is, yen. If you hedge, for yen, I think again, there is a massive sort of like push for reform." She also expects the BOJ to hike due to energy-driven inflation. Japan is a major energy importer facing inflationary pressure, which may force the BOJ to tighten policy. The statement implies hedging is a concern, suggesting vulnerability. The combined context of energy dependency, potential policy shift, and explicit hedging concern leads to a negative inference on the currency's outlook. The BOJ delays hiking or intervenes aggressively to support the yen, or global energy prices fall sharply.