Lebanon & WSP Global

Lebanon: Lebanon is affected by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which complicates the broader US-Iran peace agreement. Iran insists on Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon as part of the deal, a demand Israel rejects.

WSP Global: WSP Global has reported on the number of transits through the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a significant increase since the war began.

Lebanon: Lebanon is experiencing an intensifying military campaign by Israel against Hezbollah, with its government taking a hard line on the militia but unable to disarm it, further destabilizing the region.

WSP Global: WSP Global provides analysis on global fuel retail, explaining the dynamics of crude oil and gasoline prices in the context of the Strait of Hormuz constraint.

Lebanon: Lebanon is a focal point in the Middle East conflict, with demands for Israel to withdraw troops from its southern region, impacting regional stability.

WSP Global: WSP Global stated it would not change eligibility requirements for its major indices, effectively ruling out SpaceX's swift entry into the S&P 500.

Lebanon: Lebanon has suffered casualties due to Hezbollah's involvement in the conflict. It is indirectly affected.

WSP Global: WSP Global reported on vessel traffic, affecting shipping and oil market sentiment.