Iran, Ministry of Economy and Finance: ‘If the war drags on, there are risks to growth beyond the short term’

Milan, 25 March (LaPresse) – ‘Should the conflict in the Middle East drag on, the negative effects on growth could extend beyond the short term, with a more persistent impact on both energy supply conditions and business and consumer confidence.’ This is according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance in its update to the Quarterly Government Bond Issuance Programme. ‘These developments will be incorporated into the update of the macroeconomic forecasts as part of the Annual Report on Progress Made in 2025, within the Public Finance Document to be published in April,’ adds the Ministry of Economy and Finance.