Markets Doubt US-Iran Peace Talks Can Resolve Supply Issues, Global Oil Prices Rise
Global oil prices surged today as markets remain skeptical that the upcoming US-Iran peace negotiations can swiftly mend Middle East energy supply disruptions.
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(CNA New York 16th) International oil prices rose today, largely due to external doubts about whether the upcoming peace talks between the United States and Iran can resolve the Middle East energy supply disruptions caused by the war.
According to Reuters, Brent crude futures jumped $4.46, or 4.7%, to close at $99.39 per barrel.
US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose $3.40, or 3.7%, to close at $94.69 per barrel. (Translators: Yang Chao-yen) 1150417
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(CNA New York 16th) International oil prices rose today, largely due to external doubts about whether the upcoming peace talks between the United States and Iran can resolve the Middle East energy supply disruptions caused by the war.
According to Reuters, Brent crude futures jumped $4.46, or 4.7%, to close at $99.39 per barrel.
US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose $3.40, or 3.7%, to close at $94.69 per barrel. (Translators: Yang Chao-yen) 1150417
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