Middle East conflict's impact on the United States varies: military-industrial giants benefit while ordinary people bear rising prices.

On April 21st local time, the financial reports of several American defense companies showed that in recent times, with the ongoing escalation of conflicts in the Middle East and geopolitical tensions rising in various parts of the world, American defense companies are experiencing a significant increase in demand for military equipment. On the other hand, the negative impact of war on the United States is gradually becoming apparent, affecting not only some American companies but also significantly impacting the daily lives of the American people. With the intensification of geopolitical conflicts, governments around the world are enhancing their own defense capabilities by placing new orders with American defense companies and procuring various military equipment. This trend is expected to drive the defense industry to continue its strong growth in 2026, following the trend set in 2025.