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Europe's Stagflation Crossroads: The Hormuz Oil Shock and Its Macro Consequences
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Europe's Stagflation Crossroads: The Hormuz Oil Shock and Its Macro Consequences

As the Iran conflict disrupts the Strait of Hormuz and pushes oil past $100 per barrel, Europe faces a painful policy dilemma, rising energy-driven inflation colliding with fragile growth momentum. The stagflation scenario that seemed distant just weeks ago is now the central risk for European markets.

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Europe's Stagflation Crossroads: The Hormuz Oil Shock and Its Macro Consequences
Macro

Europe's Stagflation Crossroads: The Hormuz Oil Shock and Its Macro Consequences

As the Iran conflict disrupts the Strait of Hormuz and pushes oil past $100 per barrel, Europe faces a painful policy dilemma, rising energy-driven inflation colliding with fragile growth momentum. The stagflation scenario that seemed distant just weeks ago is now the central risk for European markets.

The Fed's Strategic Shift: Balancing Labor Risks and Inflation
Macro

The Fed's Strategic Shift: Balancing Labor Risks and Inflation

The latest Fed policy decision marked a clear shift in the balance of risks, with policymakers prioritizing labor market stability over further inflation tightening — and markets repriced accordingly.