Oil: Will the Price Spike Tip the Economy into Recession?

Published on March 18, 2026

The recent 30% surge in crude oil prices has led many observers—drawing on memories of past energy crises—to immediately warn of recession. That may ultimately prove correct, but we’re cautious about narrative-driven, back-of-the-envelope predictions.

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