Iranian officials noted that they were ready to take necessary steps to strike a deal with U.S.
Oil prices remain supported by Middle East tensions and uncertain U.S.–Iran talks, while trade policy risks cap demand, keeping the outlook bullish if WTI breaks $68–$70 and Brent clear $72–$74.
W&T (WTI) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Oil traders decided to take some profits off the table ahead of the weekend.
SSL, NESR and OII stand out as Brent nears $72 and WTI tops $66, with geopolitical tensions and inventory swings fueling oil's volatile rally.
Oil traders prepare for the potential conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
Oil prices rose on U.S.–Iran tensions and naval drills, but gains remain limited as supply expectations stay stable.
Iran launched navy drills in the Strait of Hormuz, providing support to oil markets.
U.S. President Trump said that the second aircraft carrier would be “leaving very shortly” to the Middle East.
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Oil prices are hovering near key resistance as traders weigh rising U.S.–Iran tensions against a sharp U.S. crude inventory build, while strong job growth supports demand and technical breakouts could determine the next move.
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