Israel’s War for Lasting Peace Spells Danger for Oil Supply Chains
War.
War never changes.
And war in the Middle East is seemingly never too far away. The latest flare up is between Israel and Iran. As you’ve no doubt hear, Israel has launched ‘pre-emptive’ strikes against Iran’s ability to manufacture nuclear weapons.
If this all feels a bit like the fabled and non-existent ‘weapons of mass destruction’ that Saddam Hussain was meant to have had, well, we can’t blame you.
But there’s one thing for sure.
If the current Iranian ever gets the capability to make nuclear weapons, they won’t wait long to use them on Israel.
The one thing that the Ayatolla is more passionate about than life itself, it’s the murder of Jews and the demise of the state of Israel.
Let’s just say that it’s a somewhat disturbing and unhealthy hobby he’s carrying on.
Israel isn’t interested in another cycle of tit-for-tat with Iran. Really, what’s the point of a few rockets back and forth?
The gloves are off.
After years spent grinding down Hamas and crippling Hezbollah, Israel has unleashed an all-out assault straight into the heart of Iran. Nukes, military bases, even energy hubs are fair game.
Why now?
Trump is Back Baby!
As the election looms closer, it’s beginning to feel like Trump is gearing up to reclaim power in the land of guns, fast food and Hollywood.
Instead of debating whether Trump is the coolest dude since Jesus or the reincarnation of Hitler, let’s focus on what a Trump victory could mean for the financial markets and how you can position yourself to profit.
The policy agenda’s of Trump and Harris are almost polar opposite on many issues. It’s easy to see in gulf between their two agendas just how populist and extreme politics is in the US right now.
On top of positioning for particular policy outcomes, keep in mind that there is currently a heightened chance of civil unrest around the election. That could mean demonstrations, fighting, further assassination attempts and even attempted coups.
While we don’t want to unnecessarily stoke the flames of division, it’s worth keeping these potential scenario’s in mind. Temperatures are running hot!
No matter who you want to win this election, if in fact you care at all, it’s important to look at both possibilities objectively as to what they mean for your investments.
Put the emotions aside.