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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 14 MIN

How One Central Banker Is Sizing Up the Iran War

from WSJ What’s News · host The Wall Street Journal

A.M. Edition for April 7. With markets holding their breath ahead of President Trump’s deadline to bombard Iran’s infrastructure if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz, National Bank of Belgium Governor Pierre Wunsch explains how policymakers are coping with the ripple effects of the war. Plus, Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital offers to buy Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company and record label behind Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny. And Journal marketing reporter Patrick Coffee says some brands are adding ‘no AI’ disclaimers to advertisements to stand out amongst the slop. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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