https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/after-6-months-of-iran-war-markets-defy-worst-fearsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/after-6-months-of-iran-war-markets-defy-worst-fearshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/after-6-months-of-iran-war-markets-defy-worst-fears#u51734Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:05:09 +0000Financial markets have avoided the worst feared outcomes six months after the start of the US-Iran war. While overall markets show resilience, specific regions face significant costs, with Georgians paying $1.4B extra for gas. The conflict is forcing a reconfiguration of the global energy map, prompting countries across Asia and Europe to accelerate their transition to renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on volatile oil markets.Why it mattersThe war disrupted traditional energy corridors and pricing. This shift forces nations to seek energy independence to avoid the price spikes seen