The episode of Marketplace examines the economic ripple effects of renewed Middle East conflict, particularly its impact on oil prices and consumer costs, while also exploring how businesses are adapting to inflation, supply chain uncertainty, and shifting energy demands. Host Kai Rizdahl
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