The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report on September 15, 2026, stating that the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iran is expected to contribute to an increase in inflation early next year. The report estimates that the conflict could incur costs of at least $2 billion per month for the duration of the military engagement. The CBO highlighted that the primary economic impact of the conflict would be inflationary pressures.
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CBO report indicates potential inflation increase due to Iran conflict
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has projected that the U.S. conflict with Iran may lead to increased inflation in early 2027. The report estimates that the military engagement could cost at least $2 billion monthly.
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