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A rising tide of optimism had been gathering in the equity markets as Iran announced last week that the Strait of Hormuz had been reopened for business.

Less than 24 hours later, however, Iran reclosed the strait. Oil prices have risen as a result, further fueling economic uncertainty amid a complex tug-of-war between resilient employment and rate-sensitive slowdowns.

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Stalled peace talks between the U.S. and Iran over the weekend, alongside recent reports of stubborn inflation and dipping consumer sentiment, highlight the delicate economic balance the Federal Reserve must navigate as it approaches interest rates at its upcoming meeting. http://spr.ly/6184B62wa6