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The worst oil shock since 1990. Are we already in recession? How high could inflation go? RBA hikes, BoJ holds.

Michael Spencer
Mar 22, 2026
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Three weeks into the war with Iran, crude oil prices continue to rise in as close to a straight line as you’ll see in any market. Brent crude is up 60%, the US WTI benchmark is up more than 50% and i…

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