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Lots More on What's Going On in Iran's Markets

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Jun 27, 2025
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INSIGHT

Iran's Economy Vastly Undercapitalized

  • Iran's economy is underdeveloped by about ten times its potential due to sanctions.
  • Despite being rich in resources, its GDP is roughly five times smaller than similarly sized Turkey.
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Iran Stock Market Shutdown

  • Iran's stock market and currency market have been closed for the last two weeks amid geopolitical tensions.
  • Weekend holidays and security concerns delayed reopening, freezing trading activity.
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Compensation for Navigating Risks

  • Investing in Iran requires handling extreme operational and geopolitical risks due to sanctions and communication challenges.
  • Fund managers get compensated for providing market access and managing these complexities.
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