Why the world’s lacking oil leaves Britain on a “cliff edge” | This is Why

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“Go get your own oil.”

That’s the message from Donald Trump as tensions rise within the Middle East and the worldwide power system faces a significant shock.

The world depends on round 100 million barrels of oil per day to maintain economies operating. But battle involving Iran might imply manufacturing drops to only 80 million barrel, leaving a harmful shortfall.

So what occurs subsequent?

Rising petrol and diesel costs
Increasing inflation and rates of interest
Higher meals and power payments
Growing stress on the United Kingdom economic system

Could this set off a wider financial disaster and is Britain already on the sting?

Niall Paterson speaks to Sky News Data and Economics Editor Ed Conway about why this disaster might have far-reaching monetary penalties.

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