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June 1, 2026

Extending the Ceasefire

Daily UpdateCommoditiesMacro Economic IndicatorsRates Govt BondsConsumer StaplesEnergy

UBS reports caution in energy markets over US-Iran ceasefire terms while noting mixed inflation signals across Japan and Germany.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Energy markets remain cautious regarding the potential extension of a US-Iran 'ceasefire' as final approvals from President Trump are pending.
  • 2.Japanese inflation in May was lower than expected, though figures are likely obscured by government subsidies and favorable comparisons to previous rice prices.
  • 3.German inflation is expected to remain static with no evidence of second-round effects, raising questions about the necessity of interest rate increases.

Table of Contents

  • Audio
  • Global asset class preferences definitions
  • Appendix
  • Risk information
  • Generic investment research – Risk information
  • Important Information About Sustainable Investing Strategies

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