Following a summer lull, the conflict in the Middle East has intensified and spread. In recent weeks the Houthis have made strategic gains around the Red Sea and have stepped up their strikes on Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline was attacked by Iran-backed Iraqi insurgents on 10 September, shutting down as a result. The Strait of Hormuz remains at a relative standstill, with traffic heavily disrupted following a series of […]
In this episode, Flint experts examine the outlook for US–Iran talks following the fragile ceasefire, and the broader geopolitical and economic implications of the evolving Middle East conflict. They explore potential scenarios for the ceasefire and negotiations, the regional impact across the Gulf and beyond, the effects on energy markets and the global economy, and […]
The conflict in the Middle East is colliding with an already fragile global economy. While much of the immediate focus has been on Europe and the US, the second-order effects for Asia may prove more enduring. In this episode, Flint experts examine how renewed instability in the Middle East could reshape the outlook for Asia’s […]
05 Mar, 2026
Middle East conflict: what scenarios should business prepare for?
The conflict with Iran is entering a more dangerous and unpredictable phase, with consequences extending far beyond the Middle East. In this episode, Flint experts assess how the crisis could evolve in the short to medium term, the prospects for leadership and governance in Iran, and the implications for global trade and the wider economy.
