Dipping my toes

Geo Chen · Fidenza Macro · March 16, 2026 at 02:14 · ⏱ 1 min read  | Read on Substack ↗
TLDR
The article argues that despite surface-level bullish signals for oil from the Iran conflict, stabilization is emerging as Iran shows willingness to negotiate and the US defines clear military objectives, potentially reducing geopolitical risk premium in oil markets. • Iran is open to selectively allowing oil flow to countries like India, indicating a partial blockade and potential off-ramp from conflict. • The US attack on Kharg Island and coalition-building to secure the Strait of Hormuz suggests a strategic move to control oil infrastructure and gain leverage. • These developments imply that the conflict may stabilize, contradicting initial interpretations that prolonged tension would boost oil prices and hurt risk assets.
Full Analysis

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