IMF Warns of Global Economic Fallout from Iran Conflict: Inflation, Growth at Risk

• IMF closely monitoring Iran conflict's impact on global inflation and economic output.
• Economic effects depend on conflict's duration, intensity, and geographical spread.
• Prolonged conflict could raise energy prices, increasing global inflation by 2% and reducing economic output by 1% if oil stays above $100/barrel.
• Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries face economic growth risks due to regional instability and energy market volatility.
• Iranian attacks impact Qatar's LNG exports, threatening $20 billion annual revenue and global supply chains via the Strait of Hormuz.