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Briefing: The spectre of stagflation

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

Editorial Staff / 2026-03-26 / 1min

The conflict in Iran is expected to have substantial implications for economic stability, particularly in terms of growth rates and public confidence.

As governments grapple with the fallout, there is a risk of increased unpopularity, which could further strain public finances.

This situation necessitates a careful assessment of infrastructure resilience and capacity to withstand economic disruptions.