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There are early signs of renewed labor market strength during Iran war
The Iran war has caused a 33% oil price shock, but the U.S. labor market shows renewed strength with minimal employment risks compared to past energy crises. Federal Reserve Bank of Boston research indicates this shock would raise inflation significantly but have negligible effects on national employment, shifting central bank focus from stagflation to inflation risks.
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