VRA Podcast: Oil, Iran, and the Strait of Hormuz: What Investors Need to Know Now - Kip Herriage - March 11, 2026

In today's episode, Kip breaks down the day’s market moves and zeroes in on what’s driving investor sentiment right now. In this episode, Kip explores why oil and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz remain at the heart of market volatility, sharing his thoughts on media narratives, the potential for lower oil prices, and the international power plays influencing the global economy. Kip also digs deep into the power of seasonality, noting that while the last few weeks have been muted, historical patterns point to a strong melt-up in March and April. He highlights the ongoing tech leadership especially from semiconductors and walks listeners through the crucial “first in, first out” indicator, which signals that a new rotation into tech, software, and Bitcoin is underway.