Oil prices experienced a slight decline on Friday; however, they are poised for significant weekly gains as tensions between the United States and Iran persist, maintaining a state of unease in the markets. While prices eased in early trade, the broader focus remained on escalating geopolitical tensions that have disrupted energy flows and raised concerns Read More
Oil prices experienced an uptick on Thursday following the United States’ initiation of new strikes against Iran. This development has diminished expectations for a resolution to the Iran conflict and for the complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway that accounts for one-fifth of global oil supplies prior to the war. Brent Read More
Oil prices increased slightly on Tuesday following reports of a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz being hit by a projectile. However, the gains remained constrained as investors assessed the implications of enhanced Middle East supply in relation to apprehensions regarding increasing production and the global demand forecast. Brent crude futures increased by 28 cents, Read More
Oil prices experienced a slight decline on Monday following OPEC+’s decision to raise its output targets starting in August. Concurrently, exports from major producers through the Strait of Hormuz are on the rise, which may contribute to an increase in global supplies. Brent crude futures decreased by 24 cents, or 0.33%, to $71.88 a barrel Read More
Crude oil prices remained under pressure on Friday as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continued its recovery and diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran indicated signs of progress. Brent crude is on track for a fourth consecutive weekly decline, marking its longest losing streak since August 2024. Brent crude remained close to Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline in early trading on Thursday following Qatar’s announcement that indirect discussions between Iran and the U.S. had achieved “positive progress” during the negotiations held in Doha, which wrapped up on Wednesday. The discussions centred on the Strait of Hormuz, which is responsible for one-fifth of the global oil supply. Brent Read More
Oil prices experienced a slight increase in early trading on Wednesday following Iran’s announcement that it would refrain from engaging in direct discussions with U.S. representatives. This development introduces additional uncertainty to the interim ceasefire between the two parties amid the ongoing four-month conflict. Brent crude futures increased by 50 cents, representing a 0.69% rise, Read More
Oil prices experienced a modest increase on Monday following reciprocal strikes between the US and Iran over the weekend, which raised concerns among investors regarding the stability of their interim peace agreement and hampered shipping activities in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures increased by more than 0.8% to $72.58 a barrel, while US Read More
Oil prices extended losses on Thursday, erasing all gains attributed to the Iran conflict, as tankers stranded near the Strait of Hormuz resumed transit following an initial agreement aimed at concluding the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, which alleviated concerns regarding potential supply disruptions. U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated on Wednesday that oil flows through Read More
Oil prices continued to decrease on Wednesday, remaining close to the four-month lows reached in the prior session, as indications surfaced that additional oil tankers, which have been stranded in the Gulf since the onset of the Iran conflict, are getting ready to transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures declined by 37 Read More
