Articles about “Israel”
Prospect of a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz sends oil prices rising again
On the oil market, all eyes remain fixed on the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s peace talks with the US appear to have reached an impasse, and there is still no sign of an end to the war.
US attack on Iranian nuclear facilities
Last weekend, US fighter jets and submarines attacked three important nuclear facilities in Iran. The impact of the latest developments in the Middle East on the financial markets will depend primarily on Iran’s response and the associated development of oil prices.
Middle East conflict: Is the markets’ restrained reaction appropriate?
So far, the markets have reacted little to the hostilities between Israel and Iran. Is the market development appropriate or is the risk of further escalation being underestimated? Chief economist Gerhard Winzer explores this question in today’s blog post.
Israel attacks Iran: What does this mean for capital markets and portfolios?
Israel has launched air strikes against Iran. The targets are nuclear sites and military facilities. How are the stock markets reacting and what does this mean for portfolios?