UBS
June 29, 2026
Weekly Global
Weekly UpdateCommoditiesEquitiesRates Govt BondsEnergyInformation Technology
The Weekly Global report assesses the impact of receding US-Iran geopolitical tensions on energy markets alongside US economic indicators. It maintains a constructive view on AI-driven technology growth despite recent volatility.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Brent crude prices are normalizing following de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, though geopolitical fragility persists.
- 2.US inflation data suggests a more benign outlook, supporting the view that the Fed may keep rates on hold this year.
- 3.Technology stocks remain volatile due to concerns over AI capital expenditure durability, but structural demand remains robust.
Table of Contents
- What to watch in the week ahead
- How will commodities react to the latest US-Iran developments?
- Latest developments on Iran, geopolitics, and more
- The outlook on central banks
- Tech and what comes next
- Will US jobs data ease Fed hiking fears?
- Can technology regain its poise?
- Chart of the week
- Non-Traditional Assets
- Global asset class preferences definitions
- Appendix
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Authors
Mark Haefele
Securities
AAPLMUSOX
Themes
AI Infrastructure Capital ExpenditureCentral Bank PolicyUS-Iran Geopolitical Tension
Regions
Middle EastAsia PacificEuropeUnited StatesIranSouth Korea
