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Middle East Conflict Fuels Energy, Economic Concerns for Europe Executives

European executives surveyed by The Conference Board anticipate that the ongoing Middle East conflict will exacerbate macro‑economic instability, drive higher energy costs, and cause logistics disruptions over the next six months. The poll identified these three factors as the most likely to affect organizations across the continent. While the precise magnitude of the impact remains unclear, respondents expect heightened inflationary pressure and supply‑chain challenges. The findings underscore growing concern among European business leaders about regional geopolitical risks.