MUFG
June 10, 2026
Middle East Daily
Daily UpdateCommoditiesRates CreditEquitiesEnergyInformation Technology
The report highlights market volatility resulting from US-Iran clashes impacting oil and precious metals, alongside a narrowing fiscal deficit in Israel. It also notes signs of recovery in Gulf energy exports with Kuwait resuming cargo shipments.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Fresh US-Iran military clashes near the Strait of Hormuz have triggered oil price volatility and renewed concerns regarding global energy supply security.
- 2.Israel's fiscal deficit narrowed to 3.75% of GDP in May 2026, driven by robust tax revenue and tech-sector transactions despite high defense spending.
- 3.Kuwait has resumed crude oil exports to Asian refiners, suggesting a potential gradual improvement in Gulf energy logistics despite regional tensions.
Table of Contents
- COMMODITIES / ENERGY
- MIDDLE EAST – CREDIT TRADING
- MIDDLE EAST – MACRO / MARKETS
- CALENDAR – DATA / EVENTS / MEETINGS
- MARKET INDICATORS
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Authors
Soojin Kim
Securities
Brent CrudeXAU
Themes
Geopolitical ConflictEnergy Supply ChainsFiscal Resilience
Regions
Middle EastAsia PacificIsraelIranKuwait
