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Markets10d 15h ago

Oil prices are sinking again and dipped below $80 per barrel for the first time since early March.

NEW YORK

Who
United States and Iran
What
Oil prices are sinking again and dipped below $80 per barrel for the first time since early March.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:41:56 GMT · 10d 15h ago
Where
NEW YORK ·
Why
Optimism continues following the tentative deal reached between the United States and Iran that will hopefully reopen the Strait of Hormuz at the end of the week.
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Global oil markets are experiencing a significant drop in prices, with Brent crude falling 3% due to a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while US stock markets like the S&P 500 drift near all-time highs.

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