As the conflict escalates, container shipping faces growing risks from a potential chokepoint closure, rising insurance costs and surcharges from major carriers.

The risk of Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz is real and could disrupt 20% of global oil supply. Click here for more information on Market Outlook.

Critical energy infrastructure in Israel and Iran has not escaped unscathed from the first few days of the countries' escalated conflict. Worst-case scenarios have yet to be realized, but the war is already having a notable impact on energy production and exports in both countries.

The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict could trigger global instability, spike oil prices, disrupt trade routes, increase inflation, and strain diplomatic relations, forcing countries like India into comple

The map created using a simulation tool shows the devastating impact of a hypothetical U.S. nuclear strike on Tehran, Isfahan, and Qom.

Fitch Ratings said on Monday that a spillover from the Israel-Iran conflict appears to be within a range that can be absorbed by Israel's 'A'/Negative rating level. Fitch also said that it expects the risk premium in oil prices arising from the conflict to be contained within the $5-$10 range and that it does not expect the conflict to persist for more than a few weeks.

SINGAPORE] The Israel-Iran conflict has not disrupted global shipping – for now – but the likely impact on the industry might be more nuanced. Read more at The Business Times.

Global markets have remained relatively calm amid the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. But that sentiment could quickly shift, according to experts, if the conflict affects the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel's command of Iranian air space leaves few obstacles in the way of its expanding bombardment, though it will struggle to deal a knock-out blow to deeply buried nuclear sites without the U.S. joining the attack,

Global investors may be underpricing the impact of a conflict between Israel and Iran, market watchers warned on Monday, as stocks rallied despite escalating warfare in the Middle East. The two regional powers continued trading fire on Monday, marking the fourth consecutive day of fighting since Israel launched airstrikes against Iran last week.