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Iran war inflation spike reveals what economists got wrong

Why this story

Fresh economic angle on Iran situation focusing on domestic impact. While we covered gas bills, this is hard inflation data showing broader economic consequences for American families.

BULL CASE

Energy spikes reverse fast; markets already priced the shock correctly.

BEAR CASE

Energy hits everywhere—gas, utilities, airfares—creating wider pressure.

GLOBAL MARKETS

America's inflation vulnerability to Mideast chaos exceeds projections.

Will US inflation return below 2.5% within six months of the Iran conflict ending?