# Will tougher US sanctions disrupt Iran’s shadow economy?

https://mins.news/en/item/31493

- DW, 2026-08-25 10:34 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/will-tougher-us-sanctions-disrupt-iran-s-shadow-economy/a-78494630?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> The United States is widening sanctions on Iran’s financial networks, targeting crypto, gold, aviation and shipping while warning foreign entities that help move Iranian funds. Analysts say the pressure could worsen inflation and expand informal markets without changing Tehran’s behavior.

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