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Strait of Hormuz Escalation Reshapes Risk Calculations for Global Banks

Jul 13, 2026

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3 min read

Strait of Hormuz Escalation Reshapes Risk Calculations for Global Banks

Tanker traffic halved and oil prices spiking as the Hormuz escalation creates new pressure on trading books, sanctions compliance, and credit exposure.

Warsh's First Congressional Testimony Sets the Stage for a Pivotal Rate Decision

Jul 13, 2026

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3 min read

Warsh's First Congressional Testimony Sets the Stage for a Pivotal Rate Decision

The new Fed chair faces lawmakers this week with inflation targets, balance sheet plans, and rising rate hike odds all on the agenda.

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Strait of Hormuz Escalation Reshapes Risk Calculations for Global Banks

Warsh's First Congressional Testimony Sets the Stage for a Pivotal Rate Decision

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