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Policymakers Warn of Economic Turmoil Amid Iran Conflict

4/18/2026

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Policymakers expressed uncertainty about the ongoing war in Iran and its economic implications.
Elisabeth Svantesson, Sweden's finance minister, warned of global impact and lower growth and inflation.
Pierre Gramegna of the European Stability Mechanism warned that conflict could trigger stagflation.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Greek Finance Minister, cautioned about an energy crisis from supply constraints.
The S&P 500 index performed well despite volatility, and the European Securities and Markets Authority urged market monitoring.

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Policymakers expressed uncertainty about the ongoing war in Iran and its economic implications.
Elisabeth Svantesson, Sweden's finance minister, warned of global impact and lower growth and inflation.
Pierre Gramegna of the European Stability Mechanism warned that conflict could trigger stagflation.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Greek Finance Minister, cautioned about an energy crisis from supply constraints.
The S&P 500 index performed well despite volatility, and the European Securities and Markets Authority urged market monitoring.