Category: US and Israeli Attack on Iran (2026)

Can This Russian Bakery Survive a 3,500% Tax Increase?

The New York Times – Business:
The challenges faced by a small-business owner near Moscow highlight how Russia’s war-drained economy is on the doorstep of a major crisis.
Trump Offers More Aid to Farmers, a Key Support Bloc Hurt by Tariffs and War

The New York Times – Business:
The president announced new loan guarantees at a White House event that appeared intended to reassure a group that has found itself caught in the crosshairs of some of his major policies.
Elon Musk Joins in Phone Call Between Donald Trump and Narendra Modi

The New York Times – Business:
Mr. Musk’s participation was notable because it is rare for a private citizen to be on a call between heads of state. It also suggests that Mr. Musk is back on better terms with the president.
Iran Moves to Formalize Toll Plan in Strait of Hormuz

The New York Times – Business:
Tehran has effectively closed off the critical waterway, turning back container ships on Friday, and Iranian lawmakers are considering whether to formalize charging fees to pass.
As Stocks Keep Falling, Investors Are Losing Patience With the War in Iran

The New York Times – Business:
The S&P 500 is on course for its fifth straight week of losses and its worst weekly losing streak in roughly four years.
Global Food Supply Faces a Dangerous Bottleneck as Iran War Persists

The New York Times – Business:
Fertilizer prices are climbing as a result of disruptions in the Middle East, putting global food supplies at risk.
Spiking Diesel Prices Mean Everything Will Get More Expensive

The New York Times – Business:
Diesel has climbed faster than gasoline this month, directly hitting businesses, from brewers to trucking companies. Those higher costs are likely to make their way into consumer prices.
How the Iran War Is Costing the Economy Its Buffers

The New York Times – Business:
As the U.S.-Israeli campaign enters a second month, analysts see a growing toll. One forecast predicts oil hitting $200 a barrel.
Resurgent Inflation Tests Faith in Fed’s Willingness to Tame It

The New York Times – Business:
The war in the Middle East risks worsening an inflation problem that the Federal Reserve has struggled for years to subdue.
Stocks Sink and Oil Dips After Trump Delays Threat to Bomb Iran

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump said on Thursday he would delay an imminent deadline to begin attacking Iran’s power grid.
An Invisible Bottleneck: A Helium Shortage Threatens the Chip Industry

The New York Times – Business:
With a third of the global supply offline because of the war in Iran, gas companies are scrambling to assure critical A.I. chip makers there will be no disruptions.
Iran Keeps a Tight Grip on Strait of Hormuz, Pressuring Shipping and Energy Sectors

The New York Times – Business:
Iran has allowed a small number of vessels to pass, but that won’t alleviate pressure or risk for the shipping industry and energy markets any time soon.