Oil prices experienced an uptick on Monday as shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz faced delays, coinciding with the initial discussions between U.S. and Iranian officials under an interim peace agreement, which encountered some difficulties. Brent crude futures increased by 54 cents, or 0.67%, reaching $81.11 a barrel by 0030, following a peak of Read More
In a welcome relief for global economies, oil prices continued their downward trend on Friday and are on track for a significant weekly loss as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz gradually normalises following the US-Iran peace agreement. Brent crude has declined to approximately $79 per barrel, reflecting a decrease of over 9% for the Read More
Oil prices experienced a rebound on Thursday following two consecutive days of declines, driven by persistent supply concerns stemming from the ambiguous prospects regarding the conclusion of the Iran conflict. Additionally, a reduction in U.S. inventories heightened apprehensions about the depletion of global stockpiles. Brent crude futures increased by 81 cents, representing a 0.77% rise, Read More
Oil prices continued to rise on Monday amid indications that efforts to resolve the U.S.-Israeli conflict concerning Iran have encountered obstacles. This development follows an attack on a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates, coinciding with expectations that U.S. President Donald Trump will deliberate on military strategies regarding Iran. Brent crude futures increased Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline on Wednesday following three consecutive days of increases, as market participants remained attentive to updates regarding the tenuous ceasefire in the Iran conflict and the impending high-stakes summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Brent crude futures declined by 82 cents, representing a decrease of 0.76%, Read More
Oil prices increased during early Asian trading on Tuesday, as the negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict between the United States and Iran seemed tenuous. Tehran’s reaction to a U.S. proposal underscored significant disparities, sustaining apprehensions regarding supply. Brent crude futures increased by 30 cents, or 0.29%, reaching $104.51 per barrel, whereas U.S. West Texas Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline for the second consecutive day on Wednesday, driven by expectations that constrained supply from the pivotal Middle East production area could begin to flow again following indications from U.S. President Donald Trump of a potential peace agreement aimed at resolving the conflict with Iran. Brent crude futures for July declined Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline on Monday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement regarding efforts to release ships trapped in the Strait of Hormuz. Nevertheless, the absence of a peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran maintained prices above the $100 mark. Brent crude futures declined by 64 cents, representing a decrease of 0.59%, settling Read More
Oil saw an increase on Friday as efforts to resolve the Iran conflict reached an impasse, with Tehran persisting in its obstruction of the Strait of Hormuz while the U.S. Navy hindered the export of Iranian crude. Brent crude futures for July rose by $1.19, marking an increase of 1.08%, and reached $111.59 a barrel Read More
Oil prices experienced an increase once more on Wednesday, marking the continuation of their recent rally for an eighth consecutive day. This rise follows reports indicating that the U.S. intends to maintain its blockade of Iranian ports, a strategy that may prolong supply disruptions originating from the Middle East. A report late Tuesday, referencing U.S. Read More
