Current price of oil as of March 13, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why. Fortune · Mar 13
Heating oil stolen from UK homes amid surge in prices due to Iran war IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 13
Is The Iran War Raising Gas Prices? Here's Why Donald Trump Calls The $3.58 Average A 'Glitch' Trump calls rising US petrol prices from the Iran conflict a "glitch," as economists warn oil shocks could fuel inflation and carry serious political costs. International Business Times UK · Mar 13
Gold Crash Alert: Why Prices Suddenly Fell Today When global tensions rise, investors usually move toward safe-haven assets like Gold and Silver. That is why the recent market reaction surprised many observers. Even as tensions between Iran and Israel intensified, gold prices moved downward instead of rising. The April futures contract on COMEX dropped sharply, catching investors off… MyLifeXP · Mar 13
Thieves target heating oil tanks as prices soar amid Iran war It comes as prices are reported to be as high as £1.73 per litre The Independent UK · Mar 13
Trump once again pushes Powell to drop rates 'IMMEDIATELY,' but a zero-cut year looks increasingly likely "We have revised our baseline to show only one rate cut in 2026 ... but it is entirely plausible that the Fed won’t deliver any rate cuts this year." Fortune · Mar 13
Wall Street buckles in for a long war as Hormuz remains closed and Trump says he has ‘plenty of time’ Three words spooking the market. Fortune · Mar 13
Oil Tanker Reaches Mumbai After ‘Dark Transit’ Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Middle East Conflict A crude oil tanker carrying Saudi Arabian oil has successfully reached Mumbai after navigating through the tense waters of the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Whats Hot · Mar 13
Iran war enters Day 14: As conflict completes two weeks, what we know so far - Tehran explosions, Israel strikes, US aircraft crash The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran intensifies. Missile strikes and drone attacks continue across the Middle East. Oil prices surge and global markets react to the growing instability. Regional powers are increasingly drawn into the fighting. The war has spread across multiple fronts, with casualties mounting. The Times of India · Mar 13
Trump Says US 'Makes Money' From Oil Spike as Iran Warns Power Strike Could Black Out Region Experts warn the US may struggle to end the Iran war as Tehran prepares for a long fight, while Trump says rising oil prices mean America profits from the conflict. International Business Times UK · Mar 13
Shell CEO Wael Sawan's Pay Jumps 60% to $18.4M Despite 22% Profit Slide — and He Seeks an Even Bigger Bonus Next Year Why Shell's CEO Wael Sawan received a 60% pay increase in 2025 amid falling profits and workplace fatalities. Learn about the proposed pay hikes and their impact on shareholders and the energy market. International Business Times · Mar 13
Trump Under Fire as He Claims High Oil Prices Benefit America as Drivers Face Billions More in Gas Costs Donald Trump claims rising oil prices benefit America even as drivers face billions more in fuel costs, sparking outrage and confusion. International Business Times UK · Mar 13
Stock Market Crash: Sensex Falls 1,470 Points, Nifty Below 23,200 Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Friday, extending their ongoing downtrend as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and surging crude oil prices rattled investor sentiment. Whats Hot · Mar 13
S&P Futures Gain as Oil Prices Retreat, U.S. PCE Inflation and GDP Data in Focus March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending up +0.18% this morning, rebounding slightly from yesterday’s sharp losses as oil prices steadied, while investors await a flurry of U.S. economic data, with particular attention on the Fed’s favorite inflation gauge and the second estimate of fourth-quarter GDP. Barchart · Mar 13
The Times of India · Mar 13 Hormuz miscalculation? Trump sideswiped by Iran's closure of Strait Washington underestimated Iran's threat to close the Strait of Hormuz, causing global oil market jitters. Despite planning, economic fallout wasn't fully accounted for, leaving the US scrambling. While officials claim preparedness, limited options and high risks for naval escorts are evident. Iran signals the strait's closure remains a pressure tool.
Evening Standard · Mar 13 Dubai under attack: Building in UAE city's financial centre hit by 'kamakaze drone' debris as war rages Large plume of smoke seen close to the DIFC Innovation Hub in Dubai following a ‘successful interception’
The Guardian - UK · Mar 13 Starmer says government will step in if fuel companies rip off customers as trade body U-turns on decision not to meet Reeves – as it happened The prime minister issues the statement after a fuel trade body earlier withdrew from a meeting with the chancellor today
Evening Standard · Mar 13 Ministers warn they will not accept wartime profiteering as crackdown on ‘rip-off’ fuel prices launched Rachel Reeves has asked the competition watchdog to stay on ‘high alert’ for ‘unjustifiable’ price hikes
Evening Standard · Mar 13 Oil prices teeter above 100 dollars as US temporarily loosens Russian sanctions Washington is temporarily allowing ‘permit countries’ to purchase Russian oil already in transit.
Euronews · Mar 13 US expands Russian oil waiver to all buyers in bid to tame prices The US has expanded a temporary sanctions waiver on the purchase of stranded Russian oil from India alone to all countries worldwide as part of ongoing efforts to ease pressure on global energy prices.
The Independent UK · Mar 13 Starmer risks Trump’s wrath with split from US over lifting Russia oil sanctions Trump administration temporarily allowing countries to buy Russian oil ‘currently stranded at sea’
International Business Times UK · Mar 13 Iran War Could Push UK Grocery Prices Up by Hundreds as Fertiliser Supply Stalls — Petrol Is Just the Start Discover how the Iran war is causing a fertiliser supply chain crisis, leading to a second wave of food inflation in the UK. Learn about the impact on British households and the economy.
Evening Standard · Mar 13 Economy stagnates in January ahead of Iran war and fears over UK impact Experts warned a prolonged Middle East conflict and an ongoing spike in oil prices could send the economy into reverse in 2026.
Euronews · Mar 13 High gas prices are fuelling demand for electric vehicles as drivers seek to save money “Clean power and electrification combined is what provides the most security,” says Ember analyst Euan Graham.
The Independent UK · Mar 13 Trump is ‘Putin’s pup’ mocks Newsom as Russian oil sanctions are lifted IN FULL