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Westpac economists predict diesel could hit $3.07/L and petrol $2.68/L by year-end in Australia if the US-Iran ceasefire stalls, potentially pushing Australia's inflation rate to nearly 6 percent.
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Who
Westpac, Sian Fenner, Donald Trump
What
Westpac economists predict diesel could hit $3.07/L and petrol $2.68/L by year-end in Australia if the US-Iran ceasefire stalls, potentially pushing Australia's inflation rate to nearly 6 percent.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:20:57 GMT · 10d 5h ago
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Why
A fragile US-Iran peace deal, if it stalls, could lead to increased oil prices due to ongoing supply chain disruptions, impacting fuel costs and inflation in Australia.
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If the US-Iran ceasefire falters, Australian households could face diesel prices over $3/L and petrol over $2.60/L, leading to headline inflation nearing 6 percent and potentially several quarters of negative economic growth.
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