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Oil Rallies 4% as Mohamed El-Erian Warns of 'Significant Intensification' in US-Iran War

Global crude oil prices jumped roughly 4% early Monday following a wave of fresh U.S. military strikes against Iran. The sudden commodity rally reflects a warning from top economist Mohamed El-Erian that the “significant intensification” of hostilities in the Middle East will severely test the market’s prevailing assumption that the…

Benzinga · Jul 13

Oil Price Today (July 13): Crude oil up almost 5%, nears $80 as US, Iran unleash more strikes. $100 in sight?

Brent crude futures advanced $3.34, or 4.38%, to $79.5 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $3.07, or 4.30%, to $74.20 a barrel. The latest rally comes after both benchmarks climbed 5.5% last week, with WTI once again trading above $74 a barrel. European natural gas futures…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

Trump Directs Fresh Strikes to 'Hold Iranian Forces Accountable,' Says CENTCOM; Oil Tops $74 as Dow Futures Fall Over 100 Points

Late Sunday, global markets turned cautious after the U.S. launched another round of strikes against Iran, fueling a rally in crude oil prices and weighing on U.S. stock futures.

Benzinga · Jul 13

Could oil prices spike further? Inside the fragile US-Iran stance in the Gulf

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated after attacks on commercial vessels. Iran's objective appears to be expanding its strategic influence over the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf nations are remaining cautious to avoid direct involvement in the confrontation. Crude oil prices are expected to remain elevated due to ongoing…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

Cotton Posts Friday Strength Despite Production Hike

Cotton futures closed with gains of 45 to 99 points on Friday, Futures shrugged off the production increase via the WASDE, as they accounted for the larger acreage from NASS last week. December closed the week with a 442 point gain. Crude oil was down 57 cents on the day,...

Barchart · Jul 10

Crude Oil Prices Retreat as US-Iran Peace Talks Set to Continue

August WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) on Friday closed down -0.67 (-0.93%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ26 ) closed down -0.0541 (-1.78%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an early advance on Friday and moved lower as prices whipsawed on various news headlines. Crude prices initially jumped on Friday...

Barchart · Jul 10

Crude Oil Weakness Spurs a Slump in Sugar Prices

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) on Friday closed down -0.24 (-1.59%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed down -11.50 (-2.40%). Sugar prices fell sharply on Friday, with London sugar posting a 1.5-week low. Friday’s -1% fall in crude oil prices (CLQ26 ) weighed on...

Barchart · Jul 10

Cotton Posting Friday Midday Gains

Cotton futures are showing 40 to 58 point gains across most contracts on Friday. Crude oil is down $1.00 on the day, with the US dollar index is down $0.066. USDA’s monthly WASDE report showed no changes the old crop stocks at 4.2 million bales. New crop was raised by...

Barchart · Jul 10

Govt defends ethanol blending, says programme saved Rs 1.9 lakh crore in forex

The government defends its ethanol-blended petrol program amid concerns. This initiative has significantly boosted the sugar economy and farmer incomes. It has also saved India substantial foreign exchange and reduced carbon emissions. Maize is now the largest feedstock for ethanol production, increasing farmer realization. Extensive research confirms E20 fuel is…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Sugar Prices Undercut by Weakness in Crude Oil

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) today is down -0.26 (-1.72%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is down -15.70 (-3.28%). Sugar prices are falling sharply today, with London sugar posting a 1.5-week low. Today’s -1% fall in crude oil prices (CLQ26 ) is weighing on...

Barchart · Jul 10