If the Iran war is over, will it impact the economy and inflation?

By: Andrea Riquier

Excerpt from the article:

(June 15, 2026) One thing is certain after the United States and Iran agreed to a framework deal to end the monthslong war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz: The cost-of-living crisis just got a bit less bad.

But how much less, and how long it lasts, are still open questions, particularly given the deal’s unknowns.

“How many times have we talked about a ceasefire? We have been here before and we’ve seen the same reactions time and time again,” said John Mousseau, chief investment officer for Cumberland Advisors, a subsidiary of Mid-Penn Bancorp. “If the war actually ends, then the follow-through should be lower oil prices, declining bond yields, and declining inflation – but that’s going to take time.”

Still, for American consumers stretched thin, any little bit helps.

Click here to read the full article on the USA Today website. 

John R. Mousseau, CFA
Chief Investment Officer
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