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Dollar firmer as US-Iran conflict intensifies, Brent hits $90
Key takeaway
US-Iran conflict escalation pushes Brent above $90/barrel, strengthening the US dollar.
- Step 1US-Iran military escalation threatens Strait of Hormuz transit, pushing Brent above $90/barrel.
- Step 2Higher crude prices raise US diesel and gasoline costs, increasing transportation and logistics expenses for SMEs.
- Step 3Sustained oil above $90 feeds into petrochemical feedstock costs, pressuring margins for US manufacturers and chemical-dependent businesses.
Source: IN:Economic Times
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