The Iran war could last ‘deep into 2027’ as the Strait of Hormuz isn’t that closed, allowing more oil to leak out—but major escalation is likely soon
"And if the Strait is not fully closed, Iran’s leverage is weak. Thus, Iran has reasons to escalate."
"And if the Strait is not fully closed, Iran’s leverage is weak. Thus, Iran has reasons to escalate."
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Why it matters
The ongoing Iran war and potential escalation near the Strait of Hormuz pose notable risks to global oil markets and credit conditions for energy-related sectors, affecting multiple industries and lenders, but it remains a geopolitical event rather than a direct credit-market or monetary-policy development.
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Fortune
The Iran war could last ‘deep into 2027’ as the Strait of Hormuz isn’t that closed, allowing more oil to leak out—but major escalation is likely soon
"And if the Strait is not fully closed, Iran’s leverage is weak. Thus, Iran has reasons to escalate."