The Iran war is impacting the global economy, and Asia is particularly vulnerable

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by Ayesha Rascoe
March 22, 2026
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The Iran war poses economic risks to global markets with disproportionate vulnerability in Asian economies.

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Asian-dependent global supply chains could drive higher consumer prices and inflation affecting American purchases of goods and energy costs.

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