Oil prices might rise to $150 per barrel if fresh hostilities between the US and Iran intensify further as tensions continue to disrupt supply flows throughout the Gulf area.

Gulf area

Who

Jorge Leon, Rystad Energy

What

When

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:05:40 GMT · 2h 17m ago

Where

Gulf area ·

Why

Escalating tensions between the US and Iran are disrupting oil supply flows in the Gulf region.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

A significant escalation of US-Iran tensions could lead to a sharp increase in global oil prices, potentially impacting energy costs worldwide and putting pressure on US equities.

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The Tribune
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/oil-prices-could-hit-150-per-barrel-if-us-iran-conflict-escalates-report/
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