Here’s the big risk facing markets — besides inflation — as the Iran conflict drags on
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Here’s the big risk facing markets — besides inflation — as the Iran conflict drags on
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Neutral · 94%
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2026-03-26 19:32
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The chances of accelerating U.S. inflation are growing with each passing day as the war in the Middle East continues, with the average price of gasoline nationwide spiking to almost $4 a gallon as of Thursday. But there’s another thing American consumers and investors should feel nervous about: the prospect of deflation.
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Original article published by MarketWatch on March 26, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.