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EIA forecasts Brent crude at $85 in the third quarter before easing
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First seen: Aug 26, 2026, 9:32 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 26, 2026, 6:32 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
The EIA expects Brent crude to reach $85 per barrel in the third quarter and decline to $69 in 2027.
SO WHAT?
The forecast signals potentially significant energy-price pressure for consumers and economies.
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