Economists warn Iran war's economic costs will persist despite conflict's end
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Justine McDaniel, Michael Wilner
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The article examines President Trump's optimistic economic claims following the end of his war with Iran, including promises of $2.50/gallon gasoline and an unprecedented economic boom. However, economists express skepticism, warning that the war's effects and other inflationary factors will persist for months, continuing to challenge American households. The piece highlights the disconnect between political promises and expert economic analysis regarding post-war recovery.
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bskyEconomists warn Iran war's economic costs will persist despite conflict's endlatimes.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledVery soon you'll be at $2.50 a gallon for gasoline
The next year is set for an economic boom the likes of which no nation has ever seen before
The effects of the war and other factors driving inflation are likely to stick around for months, experts say
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