1. What effects have sanctions had on Iran's economy and society?

Sanctions have a big impact on all parts of Iran's economy hitting healthcare the hardest. These limits make it tough to get crucial medicines and raw materials that Iranian drug companies need. They also block medical gear for hospitals, which hurts patients who are already in a tough spot.

2. How is Iran's economy performing?

Iran's economy has proven tough despite obstacles. In the first nine months of the Iranian fiscal year 2023 (March 21 to December 20), the country's GDP grew 6.7% year-over-year. Experts predict it will surpass the World Bank and IMF's initial growth estimates of about 4% by year's end.

3. What reasons are there for the decline in Iran's GDP?

Financial sanctions have a negative impact on Iran's GDP those aimed at the Iran Central Bank. These sanctions, along with others from different foreign entities, make Iran's financial and commodity exchanges with other countries more complex and expensive. They also increase the time needed for these transactions sometimes making them almost impossible to carry out.

4. What are the projections for Iran's economic growth in the near future?

The IMF has changed its forecast for Iran's economic growth in 2024. It now expects the growth rate to be 3.7% higher than the 2.5% it predicted in October. This increase comes from a surprise boost in oil production. The IMF shared these new numbers in its February 22 report.

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