The Latest Breaking News from Oil

Scientists Found a Weird Way to Make French Fries Healthier, and Yes, You Still Get Fries

University of Illinois research found that microwave-assisted frying cuts oil uptake in French fries. The catch is that microwaves alone make them soggy.

Medical Daily · Aug 11

Dollar Posts Modest Gains as Crude Oil Fluctuates

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is up by +0.05% today. The dollar found support today after WTI crude oil prices rose more than +2% to a 1-week high, which raises inflation expectations and may persuade the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a supportive factor for the dollar. However, the dollar...

Barchart · Aug 11

US stocks: S&P 500, Nasdaq edge lower as tech weakness offsets Iran deal hopes

US stock markets saw mixed trading as technology shares declined. Optimism grew regarding a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran. This development influenced oil prices, which reversed earlier gains after climbing. Investors await US inflation data, which could shape the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. Several companies…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Gold Miners Rally as Bullion Roars Back to Life. Here's How Investors Can Cash In.

Gold’s recent rebound has renewed interest in mining stocks, which offer leveraged exposure to rising bullion prices. But after the recent rally, should investors jump in or stay away?

Barchart · Aug 11

Oil prices and US bond yields rise as Trump and Iran trade reparations demands

Oil prices and US government bond yields both climbed on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump answered Iran's demand for war reparations with a sweeping counterclaim of his own, pushing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz further out of reach.

Euronews · Aug 11

Russian aerial attacks kill 9 in Ukraine as Zelenskyy warns Moscow is getting more North Korea help

Russian forces attacked Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones, causing civilian casualties. President Zelenskyy stated Russia received new military aid from North Korea. Ukraine's air defense faces shortages, allowing Russia to inflict significant damage. Ukrainian forces also targeted Russian oil facilities and logistics centers. Both sides continue military actions, prolonging…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

What Had Crude Oil Boiling Again Overnight?

If I give you 10 guesses as to what had crude oil boiling again overnight, you would only need one to get the answer correct.

Barchart · Aug 11

A Top Goldman Sachs Executive Says Investors Should Stay Invested. These Are Three Reasons Why.

Ashok Varadhan's case rests on the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged through the rest of 2026, oil prices falling significantly, and the economy remaining resilient as artificial intelligence begins delivering productivity gains.

International Business Times · Aug 11

Global Market: European shares edge higher as energy stocks gain on Middle East uncertainty

European shares edged higher as energy stocks gained on elevated oil prices amid Middle East tensions. Investors remained cautious ahead of key euro zone and U.S. economic data that could influence inflation, growth and interest-rate expectations.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Stock Index Futures Gain as Oil Retreats on U.S.-Iran Deal Hopes

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.19%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.31% this morning as sentiment improved after Pakistan signaled that the U.S. and Iran were nearing a deal.

Barchart · Aug 11