이란전쟁, 美 경제 강타…인플레 급등에 소비자심리 사상 최저

The Iran-US conflict is driving significant inflation in the US economy, with gasoline prices surging 21.2% in a single month—the largest increase since 1967—directly impacting consumer purchasing power and economic growth. Consumer confidence has fallen to its lowest level since 2009, signaling deeper economic risks despite the bilateral ceasefire agreement. Energy and supply chain disruptions are expected to persist for months, potentially constraining corporate investment and employment while eroding consumer spending power.