“Their inflation now is 301 percent.”

Donald TrumpForeign Policy

CredMeter Fact Check Verdict

Fact Check Performed On October 13, 2026

EXAGGERATION

Iran's year-on-year inflation was approximately 89.8% in September 2026 according to the Statistical Center of Iran, and around 84% in other reports, not 301%.

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