Iran War Drives Up Gas Prices And Mortgage Rates For Americans

The war between the United States and Iran is already affecting American consumers, pushing up fuel prices, mortgage rates, and financial market volatility, according to economic analysts cited by CNBC and AAA.

Gas prices have climbed sharply in recent days. The national average reached about $3.25 per gallon, rising roughly 27 cents in a single week, according to AAA. Analysts say the increase followed a spike in global oil prices after U.S. and Israeli military strikes against Iran.

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Higher oil prices have also pushed borrowing costs upward. The average 30 year mortgage rate climbed above 6.1 percent this week after Treasury yields rose amid inflation concerns.

Financial markets have also been volatile. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 800 points Thursday as oil prices surged past $80 per barrel.

Economists warn that prolonged conflict could further weaken consumer confidence and raise living costs for American households.

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