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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says last night they took full control of Iranian skies; will take out Irans ballistic missiles and bunkers in coming days

Importance
Level 1
  • Crude markets are well supplied.
  • There are 100s of millions of barrels on the water, away from the gulf.
  • Speaking on oil, says US will make a series of announcements.
  • Navy will step in provide assurance where needs be and US will provide insurance for ships in the Gulf (in fitting with announcement yesterday).
  • Asked about the SPR, says the market is very well supplied. US is in contacts with many across the world.
  • Situation is different to Russia/Ukraine.
  • Will reach out to ship owners and insurance brokers in the coming days.
  • US has naval and air dominance in the region.
  • Iran regime was "the head of the snake" they will get rid of that snake.
  • Trump has a vision here, and everyone should step back.
  • On Iran and currencies, says need to look to the other side of this.
  • Had been softening the Iranian economy to prepare for the campaign now.
  • China is very vulnerable on energy.
  • China has been paying a big discount on oil.
  • Says Spain has been terrible.
  • US is largest contributor to NATO, it was unacceptable that the Spanish were not helpful in regards to Spanish bases.
  • Spain put American lives at risk by not helping.

Trade

  • Tariff rate should move from 10% to 15% this week.
  • Tariff rates will be back to old rates after five months when Section 301 probes are done.
  • Will see more section 301 and 232 studies during the 5 months. 
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