Macro & Fed·MarketWatch· 1h ago

Here’s the big risk facing markets — besides inflation — as the Iran conflict drags on

Strategic Analysis // Ian Gross

"Beyond inflation, the escalating Middle East conflict poses a significant threat to global trade and supply chains. This disruption could lead to higher costs for businesses and consumers, impacting corporate profits and potentially slowing economic growth far beyond just energy prices. Investors should brace for broader market volatility as these risks unfold."

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So, inflation's back in the headlines, and the Middle East isn't helping. But beyond gas prices, the real kicker here is the *other* shoe that could drop, the one everyone's quietly worried about. It's not just about what things cost, but what the broader instability does to confidence.

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