Stagflationary forces are building
A weakening US labour market and financial strains come as the Iran war and surging oil prices spark concerns about inflation pressures
A weakening US labour market and financial strains come as the Iran war and surging oil prices spark concerns about inflation pressures

War in Iran threatens to hit growth and confidence, deepen governments’ unpopularity and hurt public finances

The surge in oil prices and a softening labour market pose a dilemma for the US central bank

Surge in prices highest since May 2024 as Iran conflict triggers historic surge in petrol prices

The Iran war has intensified US households’ affordability struggles

FT-Booth Survey shows unease about impact of the conflict on growth and prices

Wave of inflation will persist as higher fuel prices feed through into businesses