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Briefing: Trump’s ‘shock and war’ makes this economic crisis different

Strategic angle: Conflict with Iran will leave deeper and more lasting scars than last year’s tariffs crisis

by Editorial Staff|Mar 15, 2026|1 MIN READ|WORLD

The current geopolitical tensions, particularly the conflict with Iran, are expected to disrupt economic stability significantly. Unlike the tariffs crisis of the previous year, which primarily affected trade flows, the implications of this conflict may extend deeper into various sectors.

Infrastructure resilience will be tested as supply chains face potential disruptions. The capacity for industries to adapt to these shocks will be crucial in mitigating long-term economic scars.

Operational strategies must account for these geopolitical risks, as they could influence market dynamics and resource allocation across multiple sectors.