Mar 18th, 2026

Markets Dismissing Risks From Iran War Energy Shock: BNP

Sophie Huynh, portfolio manager and strategist at BNP Paribas Asset Management, discusses the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on markets. Speaking on Bloomberg Television, she warns about the risks of a protracted closure of the Strait of Hormuz, saying the longer the waterway stays closed, "the more likely we could have an energy shock."