Oil prices increased by over $2 a barrel on Monday following the United States’ military action against an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz, which elicited a response from Tehran as the conflict in the Middle East reached its sixth month. U.S. forces on Sunday targeted two launchers located on Iran’s Larak island in Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline on Friday, marking the potential for their first weekly decrease in three weeks. This movement occurred despite a rise in the previous session, which was influenced by a report indicating that U.S. President Donald Trump was disinterested in reverting to the terms of a prior agreement with Iran. Brent crude Read More
Oil prices declined on Thursday, continuing a streak of losses, as optimism increased for a reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz due to diplomatic initiatives involving Iran and Oman. A reopening could alleviate apprehensions regarding supply disruptions stemming from the conflict in the Middle East. Brent crude futures declined by 60 cents, or 0.7%, Read More
Oil prices experienced a slight increase on Tuesday, following a decline of over 2% in the prior session, as investors assessed the implications of stricter U.S. secondary sanctions imposed on Iran. Brent crude futures increased by 6 cents, representing a 0.1% rise, reaching $92.16 per barrel. Meanwhile, U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude saw an uptick Read More
Oil prices declined by over $1 a barrel on Monday as investors realised profits in anticipation of an impending announcement from Washington regarding further sanctions against Iran, which may exacerbate supply disruptions from the Middle East. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is scheduled to hold a press conference at 2 p.m. on Monday, has Read More
Oil prices exhibited minimal fluctuation on Friday, yet they are poised for a second consecutive weekly increase, as the ongoing stalemate in the U.S.-Iran conflict persists in hindering oil supplies from the critical Middle Eastern production area. An earlier peace deal between the sides expired this week, with neither party demonstrating any initiative to rekindle Read More
Oil prices stabilised in early trading on Thursday as investors evaluated the implications of the U.S.-Iran conflict and the safety of maritime routes through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures for October delivery increased by 25 cents, or 0.3%, reaching $91.87 a barrel as of 0037. In contrast, U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures Read More
Oil prices approached $92 per barrel in early trading on Wednesday amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump stated that the US is not in discussions with Iran, heightening concerns over supply, despite his assurance that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for traffic. Brent crude futures increased by 57 cents, Read More
Oil prices surged past $91 per barrel in early trading on Tuesday, as optimism for a resolution to the conflict in the Middle East waned. Iran announced a shift toward a more aggressive posture, while the United States dismissed the possibility of extending a ceasefire agreement, heightening concerns regarding energy supply. Brent crude futures increased Read More
Oil prices declined for a second consecutive session on Friday, despite the United States’ threat to maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely, which has reignited concerns regarding crude supplies. The decision was made a day following a decline in oil prices attributed to a less optimistic forecast for global demand. Brent crude futures experienced Read More
