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Business experts warn Trump's war with Iran will soon lead to economic chaos in the US

Mar 21, 2026Far Left

Economists warned the U.S. economy will struggle in the coming months as the Iran war drives up oil prices through Strait of Hormuz blockade disruptions. Rising fuel costs threaten both consumers and businesses with thin profit margins. Stew Leonard, owner of a $500 million-plus grocery chain, reported suppliers demanding fuel surcharges while resisting…

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The Iran war's economic consequences risk outlasting the conflict itself.Why it matters: Any swift ceasefire or arrangement allowing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz won't undo supply shocks that could linger for months — and in some cases, years.What they're saying: Oil markets "have so far faced logistics disruptions, not true supply…

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