Iran War Tests Gulf Money Pledges to Back U.S. Investments

As the Iran conflict persists, Gulf monarchies warn they may repatriate or slow hundreds of billions pledged for U.S. projects, threatening capital for U.S.-based startups, investment firms, and large companies that rely on sovereign-wealth funding; the disruption to oil revenue and tourism is prompting leaders to rethink commitments, likely slowing new investments in the short term, though some analysts say pledges will endure albeit at a slower pace. Defense and energy firms could still benefit as Gulf states rebuild and bolster defenses, but the overall funding landscape remains uncertain for months to years.