Markets Weekly May 23, 2026

Why It Matters

Geopolitical escalation with Iran could shock energy markets and push inflation and yields higher, complicating the Fed’s policy path and weighing on risk assets. The SpaceX IPO presents a major supply shock to equities and could reshape capital flows if priced at the implied valuation and volume.

Summary

Markets Weekly warns that markets face heightened geopolitical risk after signals the US may resume strikes on Iran imminently — a risk amplified by recent administration departures, President Trump’s focus on Iran, and movement of a carrier strike group into the Caribbean. At the same time the Federal Reserve has tilted hawkish: new Chair Kevin’s swearing-in and Fed minutes signal committee openness to further hikes, and markets are now pricing in a rate increase by year-end amid rising inflation forecasts above 4%. Treasury yields have climbed as investors reassess monetary policy, while longer-term inflation expectations remain relatively contained for now. Separately, the looming SpaceX IPO — potentially valuing the company at $1.5–$2 trillion with roughly $75 billion of shares to be sold — would be the largest-ever equity offering and could materially increase public-market supply.

Original Description

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00:00 - Intro

02:00 - Fed turning Hawkish

07:39 - SpaceX IPO

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