The Iran war is disrupting Middle East naphtha supplies, leaving Asian producers struggling to secure feedstock. With availability tight, companies are paying roughly double pre-war rates, forcing widespread output cuts across the region. Many plants are reportedly operating at their lowest levels as costs rise and procurement becomes increasingly difficult.
The West Asia conflict is hitting India’s fast-moving food and beverage sector, especially small eateries, as LPG shortages and supply disruptions pile up. Many businesses are adjusting menus, trimming operating hours, and in extreme cases shutting down to avoid massive losses. The war’s spillover is turning everyday cooking fuel scarcity into a serious economic threat for local restaurants.
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