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Why are oil prices up now and will Brent futures and US WTI crude prices continue to rise or decline again? Oil market reacts to US-Iran escalation and Strait of Hormuz closure

Why are oil prices up now and will Brent futures and US WTI crude prices continue to rise or decline again? Oil markets moved higher after tensions between the United States and Iran increased. Traders reacted to reports about the Strait of Hormuz closure, military action, lower crude inventories, and…

The Economic Times

Crude Oil Prices Soar as President Trump Pledges Immediate Attacks on Iran

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Wednesday closed up +1.83 (+2.07%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0888 (+2.94%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled sharply higher on Wednesday after the US and Iran exchanged strikes overnight, which could derail the peace process and keep the Strait...

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Middle East Hostilities and Bullish EIA Report Boost Crude Oil Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is up +1.33 (+1.51%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0601 (+2.01%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply higher today after the US and Iran exchanged strikes overnight, which could derail the peace process and keep the Strait of Hormuz...

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OPEC oil output lowest since at least 2000 as US blockade squeezes Iran: Report

OPEC oil output in May plummeted to its lowest in over two decades, dropping by 1.06 million barrels per day. This significant decline was primarily driven by a U.S. naval blockade impacting Iran's exports, making it impossible for OPEC+ members to meet their planned production increases.

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Current price of oil as of June 10, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

Fortune

Crude Oil Prices Finish Sharply Lower on US-Iran Peace Hopes

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Tuesday closed down -3.10 (-3.40%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.0495 (-1.61%). Crude oil and gasoline prices fell sharply on Tuesday, with crude posting a 7-week low and gasoline posting an 8-week low. Crude prices retreated on Tuesday as the...

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Crude Oil Prices Sink as Israel-Iran Ceasefire Holds

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is down -3.42 (-3.75%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is down -0.0636 (-2.07%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sinking today, with crude posting a 1-week low and gasoline posting a 1.75-month low. Crude prices are under pressure today as the ceasefire...

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Current price of oil as of June 9, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

Fortune

Iran War Upends the Global Oil Industry: Kiplinger Special Report

Even after the war ends, oil producers and importers will be racing to lessen their reliance on oil shipments through the Persian Gulf.

Kiplinger

Crude Oil Prices Edge Higher on Shaky Middle East Ceasefire

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Monday closed up +0.76 (+0.84%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0247 (+0.81%). Crude oil prices settled higher on Monday amid a flare-up in hostilities between Iran and Israel that threatens to derail a truce and complicate negotiations to end the...

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Renewed Middle East Hostilities Boost Crude Oil Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is up +1.31 (+1.45%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0450 (+1.48%). Crude oil prices are moving sharply higher today amid a flare-up in hostilities between Iran and Israel that threatens to derail a truce and complicate negotiations to end the...

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Current price of oil as of June 8, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

Fortune

7 OPEC+ nations announce second straight 188,000 bpd output increase for July

Seven OPEC+ nations will boost oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in July 2026, marking a second consecutive monthly increase. This decision follows a similar adjustment for June, as the group gradually eases voluntary supply cuts. The countries emphasized flexibility in managing supply based on market conditions and reaffirmed…

The Economic Times

OPEC+ increases production quotas for July

OPEC+ ministers decided Sunday to increase oil quotas by a total 188,000 barrels per day for July, in a move analysts said would be unlikely to have an impact on prices sent higher by the Mideast war. In that sense, the 188,000 barrels per day increase would be more of…

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OPEC+ set for fourth oil quota hike since Hormuz closure, sources say

OPEC+ is set to raise its oil output targets for the fourth straight month, a strategic move amidst production hurdles faced by some of its member countries. Despite setbacks, prominent players such as Saudi Arabia are striving to align with demand.

The Economic Times

As OPEC+ meets, Iran war hobbles power to shape oil market

OPEC+ ministers are meeting to discuss increasing oil production quotas to combat surging prices, which have doubled since Strait of Hormuz was effectively blocked by conflict. However, analysts believe geopolitical realities and dwindling supply mean any output increases will have limited impact on global prices.

The Economic Times

Russia's oil major says US companies benefit from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin stated that American energy companies are benefiting most from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He believes the United States is altering global energy markets to serve its own interests. Sechin also noted that the OPEC+ group has weakened due to member withdrawals. He warned…

International Business Times

Rosneft Chief Says US Energy Firms Gain From Strait Of Hormuz Closure Amid Global Oil Disruption

The comments came at Russia's flagship economic forum as governments and energy producers continue to grapple with supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.

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Iran Peace Hopes and Weak China Oil Demand Hammers Crude Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Friday closed down -2.50 (-2.69%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0076 (+0.25%). Crude oil prices settled sharply lower on Friday amid hopes of a US-Iran peace settlement that would allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Also, Friday's rally...

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Crude Prices Fall on Iran Peace Hopes and Weak China Oil Demand

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is down -1.86 (-2.00%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0202 (+0.66%). Crude oil prices are under pressure today, amid hopes of a US-Iran peace settlement that would allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Also, today's rally in the...

Fortune

Current price of oil as of June 5, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

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Crude Prices Retreat on Hopes US-Iran Peace Deal is Near

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Thursday closed down -2.98 (-3.10%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.0933 (-2.98%). Crude oil prices settled sharply lower on Thursday amid hopes that the announced ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon could lead to a US-Iran peace plan that allows the...

Barchart

Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Knocks Crude Oil Prices Lower

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is down -3.25 (-3.38%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is down -0.1117 (-3.57%). Crude oil prices are falling sharply today amid hopes that the announced ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon could lead to a US-Iran peace plan that allows the reopening of...

Fortune

Current price of oil as of June 4, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

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Fresh Clashes Between the US and Iran Boost Crude Oil Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Wednesday closed up +2.26 (+2.41%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.0127 (-0.40%). Crude oil prices rallied to a 1.5-week high on Wednesday and settled sharply higher as clashes between the US and Iran cast doubt on prospects for a peace...

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