Bank shares rose after the Federal Reserve released less severe parameters for its annual stress test, showing smaller economic shocks than in previous years. The 2025 exam features smaller spikes in unemployment and declines in stock and real estate values, leading to increased confidence among analysts that big banks will face a more favorable regulatory environment under the Trump administration. As a result, banks may see relief on regulatory capital requirements and hold smaller capital cushions later this year, according to Bank of America analyst Ebrahim Poonawala.
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Impact of Iran-Israel conflict on oil could last for years
The oil market remains cautious amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, with minimal supply disruptions and Brent crude prices only rising about $10. However, potential medium-term risks include political upheaval in Iran that could severely impact oil production, coinciding with reduced spare capacity in Opec+ and stagnating US output, potentially leading to higher prices in the future. Need More Context? 🔎
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