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US August CPI holds at 3.4% as Iran conflict lifts energy costs
Guardian WorldLO·US · IR·1 day ago
Brent crude jumped to $105/barrel as market signals indicate the Iran war will be prolonged, tightening supply expectations. Borrowing costs also rose, reflecting risk-off sentiment. The escalation raises inflation and growth risks, with the duration of the conflict as the key uncertainty.