- New York Fed President John Williams stated that rising energy prices from the conflict are already lifting overall inflation and impacting airfares and groceries
- Williams warned that a prolonged war could result in a large supply shock that simultaneously raises inflation and dampens economic activity
- The Federal Reserve is maintaining a wait and see approach with officials signaling that high uncertainty prevents strong guidance on future interest rate paths
- Market analysts noted that while US energy production provides a buffer the conflict risks undermining the 2026 growth outlook and has already caused significant price swings in global commodity markets
New York Fed president warns Middle East conflict is driving up US inflation
Apr 16, 2026, 7:43:44 PM UTC(9 hours ago)
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From:@YahooFinance
The US economy could face a major supply shock from the conflict in the Middle East, New York Fed president John Williams warns. https://t.co/bInFgQmQH7
