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June 3, 2026
War Oil and Stagflation The Central Bank Stress Test
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ING economists analyze the impact of the Iran war on global central bank policy, highlighting the conflict between rising inflation and economic strain.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Central banks face a difficult dilemma as inflation climbs and supply chains are disrupted by the Iran war, while economies show strain.
- 2.An ECB rate rise in June appears highly likely, though it may be a one-off event.
- 3.The Fed is turning more hawkish with a potential for rate hikes later this year.
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Authors
Carsten BrzeskiJames KnightleyJames SmithChris TurnerRebecca Byrne
Securities
EURUSD
Themes
Stagflation risks from geopolitical conflictCentral Bank Policy Divergence
Regions
EuropeNorth AmericaMiddle EastUnited StatesUnited KingdomIran
