In the lead-up to the U.S.-Israeli attack, President Trump downplayed the risks to the energy markets as a short-term concern that should not overshadow the mission to decapitate the Iranian regime.
Category: Iran
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How Trump and His Advisers Miscalculated Iran’s Response to War
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Rising Fuel Costs Pressure Airlines and Truckers
The New York Times – Business:The price of jet fuel and diesel has surged since the war in Iran began, which could force airlines and trucking companies to pass on higher costs to their customers.
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Businesses Ask the TACO Question About Iran
The New York Times – Business:Whether President Trump signaled that he may soon end the military strikes is weighing on the minds of investors, executives and others.
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China Stockpiled More Oil Before War Broke Out in Iran
The New York Times – Business:China’s oil imports rose nearly 16 percent in the first two months of 2026, adding to its growing energy stockpile.
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How the Iran War Could Hit Americans’ Wallets
The New York Times – Business:Gas prices are rising, with the cost of food likely to follow. If the conflict drags on, the fallout for consumers could worsen, experts warned.
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G7 Countries Hold Off on Releasing Emergency Oil Supplies
The New York Times – Business:Finance ministers for the seven industrialized countries met on Monday and said they would consider releasing oil from reserves but were not ready to do so now.
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Investors and Trump Face an Iran Dilemma
The New York Times – Business:A spike in oil prices has roiled stocks and bonds again and threatens to accelerate inflation — adding pressure on the White House.
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Stocks Tank in Asia as Oil Price Surges
The New York Times – Business:Asian markets tumbled on Monday as Middle East tensions and spiking oil prices sparked a mass exit from the region’s previously booming stocks.
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Oil and Natural Gas Prices Extend Rally as Iran Attacks Escalates
The New York Times – Business:Energy prices continued to rise on Tuesday as attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran intensified, along with the country’s response.
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Trump’s ‘Whatever It Takes’ Rattles Global Markets
The New York Times – Business:President Trump has signaled that he is open to the idea of a prolonged military conflict with Iran. Investors are spooked by that scenario.
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Global Economy Is Facing the Prospect of Another Profound Shock
The New York Times – Business:A protracted conflict in the Middle East risks a spike in energy prices and broader inflation.