Iran's economy under pressure as ceasefire fails to ease rising costs

In central Tehran, a striking billboard targeting US President Donald Trump reflects growing political tension, but for many Iranians, the real impact of the conflict is economic. Despite a temporary ceasefire, daily life remains difficult as inflation surges and the national currency fluctuates. Prices of basic goods, from food items like eggs to cars, gold, and foreign currency, continue to rise, deepening anxiety among المواطنين. Small business owners say years of sanctions, combined with recent conflict, have pushed the economy to a breaking point. Many fear that even if fighting does not resume, recovery could take years or even decades. While some hope diplomacy could bring relief, others remain skeptical that negotiations will improve conditions in the short term. The ceasefire has paused direct violence, but for many, it has not delivered economic stability. With ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and regional tensions, Iranians say the financial strain may outlast the conflict itself. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #iran #economy #inflation #tehran #middleeast #sanctions #energycrisis #geopolitics #oil #straitofhormuz #costofliving #globaleconomy #aljazeera