In January, I shared with you my optimism regarding our long-term investment prospects. Suddenly, what a setback! The Iranian crisis has abruptly clouded the outlook. Oil prices have nearly doubled and the Strait of Hormuz is largely blocked. Escalation risks are growing, both for Middle Eastern instability and a slowdown of the global economy.
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Edouard Carmignac writes on current economic, political and social issues each quarter.
Edouard Carmignac's Letter
April 2026
In January, I shared with you my optimism regarding our long-term investment prospects. Suddenly, what a setback! The Iranian crisis has abruptly clouded the outlook. Oil prices have nearly doubled and the Strait of Hormuz is largely blocked. Escalation risks are growing, both for Middle Eastern instability and a slowdown of the global economy.
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