Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.

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Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.

Central bankers and economists warn prolonged conflict could raise retail prices and rip up growth forecasts

With oil prices soaring and stock markets falling, economists warn that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East risks knocking growth worldwide and boosting prices

RIYADH: Oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel on March 9 for the first time since 2022 as conflict between the US-Israel alliance and Iran continued, but analysts believe more…