WS #7920
No material new developments in the last 30 minutes. The dominant narrative around Iran/Hormuz escalation remains unchanged, with no new counter-signals or de-escalation events. Other previously noted items (SoftBank, Workday, Exxon-Venezuela, etc.) have no fresh updates. The situation is STABLE relative to the prior window.
Key developments
- Iran military chief warns war could resume within hours after failed negotiations
- White House confirms Fed Chair Warsh swearing-in ceremony on May 22 at 11:00 AM
- Exxon nearing deal to pump oil in Venezuela
- House Republicans pull vote on Iran war powers resolution
- SoftBank shares surge 20% in Tokyo on OpenAI IPO reports
- Workday affirms FY2027 guidance, sees Q2 sales above estimates
- U.S. Army Corps finalizes Dakota Access pipeline permit
- Energy Dept orders PJM and Constellation to keep Eddystone units online