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Why does war affect prices?

The story mentions the Iran war as a factor. Conflicts in oil-producing regions like the Middle East often disrupt oil supplies, driving up global prices. As many countries, including Japan, rely on imported oil, this makes energy and transport more expensive, impacting their economies and trade balances.

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