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North America
The collapse of a major bridge in the U.S. port of Baltimore after a container vessel struck it has highlighted the vulnerability of the country's infrastructure and the potential ripple effect on the global supply chain. The port of Baltimore, although not one of the busiest, plays a significant role in the transportation of foreign cargo and is the largest American port for cars and light trucks. Disruptions in port operations can have a major impact on shipping rates and the country's gross domestic product. The incident, which serves as a reminder of the urgent need for infrastructure investment, especially in the face of increasing investments in areas like artificial intelligence, underscores the importance of tangible goods and transportation in supporting economic growth.
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UK/Europe
The Bank of England has warned that the UK faces growing risks from weaknesses in the global financial system. The Financial Policy Committee (FPC) said some global risks to financial stability have increased since its December meeting, including a rise in political tensions. The FPC said that while prices of assets such as shares and bonds have risen, leading to higher valuations, economic conditions remain challenging. Noting the risk of a “sharp correction,” the committee warned that investors may be “putting less weight on risks to growth or the path of interest rates necessary to bring inflation back to target sustainably.” Private equity could be particularly vulnerable to a fall in asset prices, BoE officials warned, saying; “The extent of transparency around asset valuations, overall levels of leverage, and the complexity and interconnectedness of the sector make assessing financial stability risks difficult.”
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