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Markets Are Unprepared for the Shock of Iran

Published March 27, 2026, 09:20
Markets Are Unprepared for the Shock of Iran

According to the Bloomberg team, markets are unprepared for the potential consequences of escalating tensions in Iran. After an initial period of calm, investors are beginning to worry about the possibility of the conflict spiraling out of control and causing long-term economic damage. Bond and stock prices are falling, while the fear gauge (VIX) is reaching high levels. The concern is exacerbated by unknown parameters, such as the impact of artificial intelligence and problems in the private credit sector. The authors point out that governments have not learned from the 2008 crisis, as they continue to reduce bank capital and allow greater leverage. This increases the risk of a systemic crisis. The analysis highlights the need for stricter regulation of the financial system, with an emphasis on capital adequacy, leverage restrictions, and supervision of institutions that pose risks. Regulators must identify and mitigate the most significant weaknesses in order to ensure the stability of the financial system.