# National Australia Bank

Type: Company (NAB)

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-12**: Market Reaction — Brent crude spikes nearly 7%; US dollar hits 2026 highs in Asian trading sessions.
- **2026-03-11**: Maritime Attacks — Iranian military forces attack merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz; traffic slows significantly.
- **2026-03-05**: Federal Court Ruling — Justice Michael Lee finds Matthias Bekier and Paula Martin breached their corporate duties.
- **2026-02-26**: Conflict Escalation — U.S. and Israeli forces begin a campaign of bombardment against Iranian targets.
- **2026-02-24**: Asia Markets Reopen — China and Japan markets reopen to a weaker dollar and renewed trade turmoil.
- **2026-02-23**: EU Trade Delay — European Parliament decides to postpone a vote on the EU-U.S. trade deal.
- **2026-02-21**: Tariff Hike Announced — Trump announces increase of temporary tariffs from 10% to 15% following SCOTUS ruling.
- **2022**: ASIC Lawsuit — The regulator initiates legal action against 11 former Star executives and directors.
- **2020**: NAB/UnionPay Deception — Star falsely claims China UnionPay cards are used for non-gambling purposes to maintain banking access.
- **2018**: Suncity Misconduct — Suspicious cash deliveries and CCTV evasion by junket staff occur at Star casinos.

## Recent coverage (5 stories)

### Dollar Rises as Middle East Escalation Triggers Safe-Haven Pivot
2026-03-23 03:08:09 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

The U.S. dollar is rebounding as escalating retaliatory threats between the U.S. and Iran drive investors toward safe-haven assets. With potential strikes on energy infrastructure and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, market sentiment has shifted sharply toward risk aversion.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/dollar-rally-middle-east-conflict-haven-demand

### Dollar Hits 2026 Highs as Oil Volatility and Iran Conflict Fuel Inflation
2026-03-12 04:14:10 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

The US dollar is surging toward 2026 peaks as escalating conflict in the Middle East drives Brent crude toward $100. Markets are bracing for a prolonged inflationary shock as the Strait of Hormuz remains restricted, potentially forcing central banks into a more hawkish stance.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/usd-highs-oil-surge-iran-conflict

### Federal Court Finds Ex-Star CEO Breached Duties Over 'Unethical' Culture
2026-03-05 02:14:32 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

The Federal Court of Australia has ruled that former Star Entertainment CEO Matthias Bekier and General Counsel Paula Martin breached their corporate duties by overseeing a 'dysfunctional' culture. The ruling centers on the failure to disclose criminal risks associated with the Suncity junket and misleading National Australia Bank regarding prohibited gambling transactions.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/star-entertainment-ceo-court-ruling-breach-duties

### Middle East Conflict Triggers Energy Shock, Pressuring Yen and Euro
2026-03-03 04:06:38 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

The escalation of conflict in the Middle East has disrupted energy production, specifically Qatar's LNG output, driving the yen and euro lower against a surging U.S. dollar. As major energy importers, Japan and the Eurozone face heightened inflation risks, while the U.S. benefits from its status as a net energy exporter and safe-haven destination.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/middle-east-conflict-energy-shock-yen-euro-pressure

### Dollar Weakens as Supreme Court Ruling Sparks New Trump Tariff Threats
2026-02-24 03:07:36 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

The U.S. dollar is under pressure following a Supreme Court ruling that limited President Trump's emergency tariff powers, triggering a retaliatory 15% blanket tariff hike. Global markets are bracing for renewed trade volatility as the administration targets key industrial sectors with national security duties.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/dollar-languishes-tariff-turmoil-scotus-ruling

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