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Mar 7, 2026 They unpack how a conflict in Iran is reshaping currency flows and Dubai’s safe-haven reputation. They dig into the Pentagon’s growing reliance on AI and the tensions around which vendors power modern warfare. They laugh about a viral fast-food PR moment and even test-eat a gigantic burger to see how earned media turns a gaffe into marketing gold.
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Strait Of Hormuz Disruptions Ripple Through Fuel Markets
- A Hormuz supply shock moves crude first but can ripple into refined fuels and consumer prices.
- Saudi pipeline closures and tanker avoidance reduce crude flows to refineries, risking downstream gasoline and LNG price rises.
War Risk Pushes Investors Back Into Dollars
- Geopolitical shocks strengthen the dollar as U.S. investors repatriate from foreign equities.
- Emily Peck: international stock flows reverse in risk events, boosting dollar demand even if U.S. fundamentals haven't changed.
Dubai's Safety Brand Faces A Short Term Test
- Dubai's image as a risk-free hub is being tested but infrastructure and tax advantages remain attractive.
- Felix Salmon: Gulf air defenses are intercepting most missiles, and past shocks (e.g., Hong Kong) suggest cities can recover status.