BlackRock's CEO Warns Oil Prices Above $100 Could Last, $150 Triggers Recession

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BlackRock's CEO Warns Oil Prices Above $100 Could Last, $150 Triggers Recession

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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink stated that if oil prices reach $150 per barrel, it could trigger a global recession due to implications on the economy and energy costs. He emphasized the importance of a diverse energy mix and controlling costs to support growth. BlackRock currently manages assets worth $14 trillion. Fink mentioned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is impacting energy markets, causing volatility, and leading to discussions about increasing domestic oil and gas production in the UK.

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