Israel, Iran conflict brings multiple risks to Apac investors

As the US Fed meets this week, investors are watching the oil price, inflation, geopolitics, shipping and aviation risks.

Andrew Tjaardstra

June 18, 2025

Tensions in the Middle East are rising as the conflict between Iran and Israel ratchet up. Over the last six days, Israel has bombed multiple nuclear sites across Iran, while the Iranian military has responded by targeting cities in Israel; both airspaces are currently closed and there have been many casualties on both sides.

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