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June 23, 2026

Middle East Daily

Daily UpdateCommoditiesRates CreditMacro Economic IndicatorsEnergyFinancials

This report covers the impact of ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations on regional energy markets and oil prices. It also highlights macroeconomic trends in Kuwait and the UAE's strategic diversification efforts.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Oil prices have steadied amid progress in US-Iran peace talks and potential for increased Iranian supply.
  • 2.Gold prices declined due to persistent inflation concerns and a hawkish Fed policy outlook.
  • 3.Kuwait's inflation remains low at 2.5% in May, reflecting a stable macroeconomic environment.

Table of Contents

  • COMMODITIES / ENERGY
  • MIDDLE EAST – CREDIT TRADING
  • MIDDLE EAST – MACRO / MARKETS
  • MARKET INDICATORS

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Authors

Soojin Kim

Securities

Brent CrudeWTI Crude

Themes

Geopolitical De-escalationEnergy Supply RecoverySupply Chain Resilience

Regions

Middle EastKuwaitUAEIran