Moody's Analytics reports that the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran has led to an average increase of $447.19 in energy-related expenses for American households, totaling nearly $60 billion in additional costs. The rise in energy prices is primarily seen in gasoline, diesel, and airfare costs, with gasoline accounting for about half of the increased household spending. Diesel price hikes have added over $20 billion, while higher aviation fuel costs have increased airfare expenses by nearly $10 billion. Moody's Chief Economist Mark Zandi cautions that if energy prices remain high, the average household could lose nearly $2,000 in purchasing power over the next year, potentially dampening consumer spending and impacting the sluggish U.S. economy. Current data shows the national average price for regular gasoline at $4.39 per gallon and diesel at $5.52 per gallon, with airfares rising over 20% year-over-year in April, disproportionately affecting low-income households.