[Moody's: U.S. households have incurred an average of $447 in additional energy costs since the outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict] BlockBeats News, June 1 — According to the latest research from Moody's Analytics, since the outbreak of the conflict between the United States and Iran, the average American household has borne an additional $447.19 in energy-related expenses, with total consumer costs nationwide nearing $60 billion. The report highlights that the rise in energy prices is primarily reflected in gasoline, diesel, and airfare costs. Gasoline expenses account for about half of the additional household spending, while the increase in diesel prices has added over $20 billion in extra costs for consumers. Meanwhile, the surge in aviation fuel prices has driven airfare expenses up by nearly $10 billion. Moody's Chief Economist Mark Zandi warned that if current energy prices remain unchanged, the average American household could lose nearly $2,000 in purchasing power due to rising energy costs over the next year. This could further suppress consumer spending and weigh on the already sluggish U.S. economy. Data shows that the average price of regular gasoline in the U.S. has risen to $4.39 per gallon, while diesel averages $5.52 per gallon. Additionally, airfare prices in April increased by more than 20% year-over-year, with the impact of rising energy prices being particularly severe for low-income households. [Original Link]