Wider Middle East conflict threatens the global economy — when the US and China already face headwinds, experts say

• 08/04/2024, 5:02 AM
• businessinsider.com

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Experts say the escalating war in the Middle East could choke global economic growth and reignite inflation, just as the US is dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, and China is trying to stabilize its beleaguered economy.