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A visual representation of fluctuating oil prices against a backdrop of geopolitical tension in the Persian Gulf following US strikes.
Markets

US Strikes Iran Spark Oil Price Volatility Amid Gulf Tensions

Brent crude futures initially surged following US strikes in Iran, but then dipped, signaling market volatility amid Gulf tensions.

Alex Petrenko·May 28, 2026
Stock market trading floor with upward trending graphs, symbolizing positive investor sentiment driven by hopes for a US-Iran peace deal and easing supply fears.
Markets

Stock Market Climbs as Iran Peace Hopes Ease Supply Fears

Micron Technology shares surged 11.

Alex Petrenko·May 26, 2026
Naval vessels in a tense standoff at the Strait of Hormuz, with stalled oil tankers under a stormy sky, symbolizing market fears.
Markets

Stocks Fall as Hormuz Deadlock Sends Oil Prices Soaring

Despite Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declaring the strategic Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' on Friday, global oil prices surged and stock markets fell, signaling deep market skepticism.

Alex Petrenko·May 21, 2026
Global oil market chart showing a sharp upward spike in Brent crude prices, with a subtle overlay of Iran's map indicating geopolitical influence.
Markets

Iran's uranium stance sends Brent oil prices surging near $103

The global Brent oil benchmark price surged almost 3% to nearly $103 a barrel today, directly in response to Iran's latest uranium stance.

David Chen·May 21, 2026
Global oil market uncertainty as Iranian media reports a potential US sanctions waiver, causing price fluctuations and affecting bond markets.
Markets

Iran media reports US oil sanctions waiver, impacting prices

Oil prices briefly pared earlier gains and bonds rose after Iranian media reported a proposed US waiver on oil sanctions, a claim the US has not confirmed.

Alex Petrenko·May 18, 2026