Strait of Hormuz

Crude Oil Prices

Oil prices fell below the $100 mark on Friday, as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to loom. The crucial shipping lane remains largely closed, even in light of a ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures for May delivery experienced a decline of 1.5%, trading at $96.37 Read More

Dow Futures are experiencing a modest increase, supported by growing optimism regarding the possibility of the U.S. finding a timely resolution to the conflict in Iran. Oil prices have retreated below $100 a barrel, yet they continue to be significantly elevated compared to the levels observed before the onset of the conflict. Elsewhere, shares of Read More

Dow Futures remain muted, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s declaration of an extension to the deadline for American air strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, contingent upon Tehran’s decision regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump indicates that discussions with Iran are continuing, despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices experienced Read More