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ESM Warns Middle East Conflict Could Spark 5% Inflation Recession

7/6/2026

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The European Stability Mechanism released its Stability Watch report on 6 July 2026, warning that a Middle East conflict and a U.S. sell-off could trigger a recession with inflation 5 %.
It projects 0.6 % GDP growth in 2026 and a 0.4 % decline in 2027.
U.S. asset exposure rose to 47 % of GDP in 2025, with equities 59 % and bonds 36 %.
The ESM advises targeted tax credits and rebuilding buffers with its €430 billion crisis fund.

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The European Stability Mechanism released its Stability Watch report on 6 July 2026, warning that a Middle East conflict and a U.S. sell-off could trigger a recession with inflation 5 %.
It projects 0.6 % GDP growth in 2026 and a 0.4 % decline in 2027.
U.S. asset exposure rose to 47 % of GDP in 2025, with equities 59 % and bonds 36 %.
The ESM advises targeted tax credits and rebuilding buffers with its €430 billion crisis fund.