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Powell: Iran Oil Crisis Will Worsen US Inflation

First article: 18 mar. 2026, 23:02 | Last update: 18 mar. 2026, 23:02 | 1 source | 1 article

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Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell has indicated that the ongoing oil crisis stemming from tensions with Iran is expected to worsen inflation in the United States. Disruptions to oil supplies and subsequent price increases could lead to higher costs for consumers across various sectors, potentially impacting the Fed's monetary policy decisions. The situation adds another layer of complexity to the economic outlook, as the Fed balances the need to control inflation with concerns about economic growth.

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Fed chief Jay Powell says Iran oil crisis will worsen US inflation Foto: Financial Times
Financial Times 18 mar. 2026, 23:02 (1 day ago) Good

Fed chief Jay Powell says Iran oil crisis will worsen US inflation

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