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The "US-Iran War" outbreak in 2026. The conflict between the US and Iran has had a profound impact on the US economy, mainly focusing on fiscal burdens and energy costs.
1. History: Long-term effects of the 2003 Iraq War
According to research by Harvard University and related institutions, the economic costs of this war far exceeded initial expectations:
Fiscal Burden and Debt: The initial estimated cost was about $50-60 billion, but the final direct and indirect costs (including veteran healthcare and interest on debt) are believed to exceed $3 trillion.
Structural Imbalance: This was the first time in US history that tax cuts were implemented during wartime, leading to war being fully financed by debt, causing serious imbalance in government fiscal structure.
Opportunity Cost: Large amounts of funds allocated to overseas military spending reduced investment space for domestic infrastructure, education, and scientific research.
2. Current: Economic forecast for the 2026 US-Iran (Iran) War
As of April 2026, with military actions ongoing, markets generally worry about the post-war repercussions:
Energy Crisis and Inflation: Iran’s blockade of the Hormuz Strait has disrupted global oil supplies, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil soaring above $114 per barrel. This "invisible tax" will be long-term passed on to consumers, driving up fuel and transportation costs and eroding corporate profits.
Triggering Recession: Experts warn that ongoing attrition warfare and high oil prices could trigger a recession predicted for the US for many years.
Policy Tools Limited: Compared to previous crises, the current government has fewer fiscal and monetary policy tools to combat inflation and support businesses, making post-war recovery potentially slower.
3. Industry Damage and Beneficiaries
Damaged Industries: Consumer sectors such as aviation, IT, and retail have been hurt due to reduced consumer spending.
Beneficiary Industries: Military technology R&D has received大量 government contracts during wartime, and some technologies (such as communications and drones) may transition into civilian commercial opportunities after the war.