Economic hit from Iran War has been limited so far

27th March 2026

Early evidence supports our view that China’s economy will be resilient to higher global energy prices. Regulators have moved to shield most firms and households from the brunt of the increase in global fuel prices. And although refineries have lost lucrative export revenue, the broader spillover to industrial activity appears modest, with exports still holding up well.

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