U.S.-Iran interim deal: What could a Gulf bounce back look like?
The U.S. and Iran have reached an interim deal, including a 60-day ceasefire and the free passage of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which is expected to be formally signed soon. This development offers a potential path to recovery for Gulf states that have been impacted by recent conflicts. Historically, the region has demonstrated resilience in bouncing back from major shocks, with strong fiscal buffers and ongoing economic diversification strategies supporting this outlook. AI