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How does the Iran war affect us?
The story mentions the Iran war as a factor contributing to higher costs for businesses. Geopolitical events like wars can disrupt global supply chains, increase the price of essential commodities like oil and gas, and create uncertainty in international markets. This can lead to higher import costs for the UK, which then feed into inflation.
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