Oil prices hit a six-week high as US-Iran fighting and the Hormuz crisis rattle markets
Crude prices rose to a six-week high as fighting between the United States and Iran continued and the Strait of Hormuz crisis dragged on. Iraq reportedly exported fuel oil through Jordan while markets awaited possible further US strikes.
By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar .
Why it matters
Prolonged conflict around a vital energy route could drive global oil, fuel and inflation pressures higher.
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