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European economy most vulnerable to Iran conflict: ‘Timing could not be worse’

European economy most vulnerable to Iran conflict: ‘Timing could not be worse’

ING economists warn that the European economy is particularly vulnerable to the potential consequences of a prolonged conflict between Iran and the United States. The timing is seen as especially poor given that the eurozone was just beginning to show signs of economic recovery.

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