Markets rally on US-Iran framework hopes as oil falls on Strait of Hormuz reopening

US stocks have opened lower as investors monitored developments in the Middle East and the price of oil.

A fresh flare up in tit-for-tat attacks between the US and Iran put the Strait of Hormuz back in focus as gas, oil and other commodity prices rallied this week. With negotiations between the two sides grinding to a halt and Europe nearing the end of summer, dwindling gas storage levels are threatening to intensify a global fight for supply. The Opening Trade spoke with guests about the outlook as governments and consumers face the prospect of higher prices heading into winter. (Source: Bloomberg)

Oil prices rose further Tuesday as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran, coupled with Donald Trump’s vow to hit Tehran “hard,” fueled fears of a broader escalation after weeks of relative calm. Follow our live blog for the latest developments.

Oil jumped in early Asia trading as Middle East tensions accelerated, while the dollar held gains after hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh fueled bets on a rate hike next month.

Oil prices have dipped, bringing an end to a two-week rally in crude futures. The United States has announced that there are no current negotiations happening with Iran. Geopolitical tensions have ramped up following a warning issued by Russia to Britain, and Donald Trump has speculated that Russia will refrain from attacking NATO nations. These dynamics are complicating diplomatic efforts and creating ripples across worldwide energy markets.

Oil prices tumbled for the third straight day, as a flurry of headlines from the Middle East sparked renewed optimism in global energy markets.

In the lead-up to impending US sanctions on Iran, oil prices fell as investors capitalized on recent gains. As Washington prepares to unveil its most stringent measures Monday, the potential for disruptions in Middle Eastern oil supply looms large. Iran's rejection of these sanctions, coupled with its threat to cut oil exports from the Gulf, adds a layer of uncertainty to global energy markets that stakeholders are closely monitoring.

Global shares rebounded and bond yields eased after Washington's debt buyback announcement, while oil held near multi-week highs amid the deadlocked US-Iran standoff

Oil prices rose for a third session on Tuesday as prospects receded for a deal to end the Middle East war, with Iran saying it would adopt a more offensive stance and the U.S. ruling out extending a ceasefire deal, heightening worries about energy supply. Iran will shift to a “fully offensive” military posture as […]

Oil and gas prices were still headed for sizeable weekly gains as peace efforts stalled and the US threatened further economic pressure on Iran, including an expanded naval blockade.

Brent crude futures held near one-week highs in choppy trading as investors remained pessimistic about a potential deal to bring stability to the Middle East.

Oil rose as traders assess mixed signals from the U.S. and Iran amid worries that a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz may not be coming anytime soon.

Hopes were dashed over the weekend for a breakthrough on the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil climbed in early Monday trading and US equity futures were steady as investors awaited signs of fresh progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices fall amid hopes of US-Iran deal Oil prices plunged after Qatar said US-Iran negotiations had resumed, and the US treasury secretary suggested a deal could happen "today or tomorrow". These announcements eased concerns over crude supply disruptions that had sent prices soaring in recent months. The main US oil contract, West Texas Intermediate, dropped five percent to $76.32 a barrel, while the international benchmark Brent North Sea crude fell back below $80 a barrel. US stocks have also performed well since the market opened this morning, with the Dow Jones up 1.3 percent, and the S&P 500 hitting an interday record for the first time since June.

Oil prices declined on Monday, providing relief to Wall Street by easing concerns that inflationary pressures could intensify further. The softer crude prices lifted US equities, although financial markets continued to witness significant volatility.

Brent crude fell 4.9% to $83.66 and U.S. crude dropped 5.8% to $79.81 as Dow futures rose 1.1% ahead of Monday's open while Asian markets fell.

Brent crude drops by 5% after US president said talks on Middle East peace deal would resumeBusiness live – latest updatesCrude oil prices fell sharply and European stock markets rallied on Monday after Donald Trump cancelled planned strikes on Iran to focus on negotiations for a peace deal.Brent crude was trading 5% lower at $83.50 a barrel by mid-morning, after falling as low as $81.55 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate dropped more than $5 to $79.47 a barrel. Continue reading...

Oil prices declined sharply in early Asian trading on Monday after US President Donald Trump halted plans for further military strikes on Iran, raising expectations that diplomatic efforts could help reopen the Strait of Hormuz and prevent a wider regional conflict.West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures were trading at $79.77 per barrel, down 5.88%, while Brent crude futures declined to $83.47 per barrel, falling 5.07%.The latest decline follows a highly volatile July, during which both major crude benchmarks gained more than 20%. Indian Oil Posts ₹2,661 Crore Q1 Loss As West Asia Conflict Drives Up Crude Costs; Revenue Jumps 26 Per Cent Rising tensions between the United States and Iran, along with Houthi attacks and concerns over disruptions to Saudi shipping routes, had increased fears of prolonged supply problems through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.Concerns intensified over the weekend after Trump warned that the US was preparing a major military strike against Iran. However, he later called off the planned action, stating that regional leaders had indicated a possible agreement was close.Markets reacted positively to the possibility of reduced tensions, leading to a sharp drop in crude prices when trading began on Monday. However, analysts noted that it remains uncertain whether the latest diplomatic efforts will result in a lasting resolution.Shipping developments also influenced market sentiment. Two Saudi oil tankers successfully passed through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait over the weekend, suggesting that some shipping activity remains operational. President Donald Trump Confirms Fresh US-Iran Talks Begin Today, Pauses Planned Military Strike As Strait Of Hormuz & Nuclear Deal Take Centre Stage However, the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported three additional tanker attacks since Saturday, indicating that security risks in the region remain significant.Adding further pressure on prices, OPEC+ approved an increase in production quotas of around 188,000 barrels per day for September. The move completes another stage of reversing voluntary production cuts. However, its immediate impact is limited as actual production increases remain affected by regional disruptions.Diplomatic efforts are also continuing from Iran’s side. Iranian officials said negotiations with Oman over a new shipping arrangement through the Strait of Hormuz are nearing completion. Tehran has indicated that future shipping routes may differ from previous arrangements, even if the strait is reopened.If regional negotiations progress and shipping activity normalises, the geopolitical risk premium built into oil prices during July could continue to decline. However, any fresh military escalation or disruption to Gulf oil exports could quickly push crude prices higher again.

Oil prices dropped significantly as United States and Iran negotiations offered hope for de-escalation. Uncertainty surrounds these talks and ongoing security risks persist along vital shipping lanes. Brent crude futures experienced a sharp decline after President Trump announced potential discussions with Iran. This followed a substantial rally last month fueled by renewed conflict and tanker attacks.

Oil dropped, US equity futures rose and the dollar slipped after President Donald Trump said fresh US-Iran talks would begin Monday, boosting optimism the two sides could reach a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil steadied at the end of a volatile week, with prices on track for the biggest monthly gain since March as the US-Iran war escalated.

Oil steadied after its biggest daily jump in more than two weeks, as President Donald Trump vowed fresh strikes in Iran and US stockpiles fell.

Oil prices have plunged this week, tumbling on fresh hopes that the US and Iran could soon renew talks to end the war.

Oil prices dropped as market participants assessed a pause in US strikes on Iran. Hopes for a diplomatic solution eased concerns about Middle East energy flows. President Trump indicated positive talks with Iran, but warned of resuming strikes if negotiations fail. Analysts noted reduced traffic through key shipping straits and demand destruction in Asia. US crude oil and gasoline stockpiles likely fell last week.

Stock futures rose and crude fell after U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz told "Face the Nation" that a pause in U.S.-Iran fighting aims to give diplomacy time to work.

Oil prices dropped and stocks rose Monday as the U.S. and Iran entered a significant, if tenuous, pause in fighting in the Middle East.

US stock futures rallied as oil prices slid with the US pausing strikes against Iran and tankers sailing for a recently-disrupted Kazakh export terminal, easing supply pressures.

NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices eased in early trading Sunday, falling further from a two-month high set last week, after the United States and Iran refrained from launching military strikes in the Persian Gulf for a second straight day.

No strikes have been reported from either side since Friday, leaving oil investors optimistic about a resolution to the conflict.

U.S. stock-index futures rallied and oil prices tumbled on Sunday as the U.S. and Iran took a pause from fighting, and as Wall Street gears up for the Fed’s meeting and key earnings reports from Big Tech companies.

Brent opens 5% lower after two weeks of escalating violence pushed crude to more than $100 a barrel

Oil dropped and US equity futures rose early Monday after the US refrained from striking Iran for a second straight night, easing concerns over disruptions to Middle East crude supplies following weeks of escalating conflict.

Oil dropped and US equity futures rose early Monday after the US refrained from striking Iran for a second straight night, easing concerns over disruptions to Middle East crude supplies following weeks of escalating conflict.

Oil prices dropped by around 3% on Friday, but remained on track for a weekly jump of 10% as the U.S.-Iran war continued to escalate.

Oil briefly spiked above $95, extending this month’s price jump to around 30%, as the US and Iran played down the prospect of peace talks and disruptions to global supplies continued to mount.

Global crude oil prices edged lower on Tuesday as investors assessed signs of possible diplomatic progress between the United States and Iran while remaining cautious over continued military escalations in West Asia.Brent crude futures declined 0.9% to around $88.44 per barrel. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude also fell 73 0.9% to $82 per barrel, while the more actively traded September contract slipped 41 cents, or 0.5%, to $82.07 per barrel.The decline came after reports suggested that mediation efforts were underway between Washington and Tehran, raising hopes of a temporary reduction in hostilities. Sensex, Nifty Open Flat As Middle East Tensions Weigh; IT Stocks Provide Support According to analysts, markets reacted to reports that mediators had proposed a 10-day ceasefire, which could help revive the June interim agreement between the two sides.The proposed truce is linked to the memorandum of understanding signed in June, which was intended to create a pathway towards a broader agreement to end the conflict. A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran had received a ceasefire proposal from mediators aimed at preserving the June 17 agreement. The proposal is expected to support efforts for negotiations on a longer-term arrangement to end the conflict that began on February 28 following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.Despite diplomatic efforts, concerns over supply disruptions continued to limit the decline in oil prices. The market remained focused on ongoing military developments, including fresh US strikes on Iranian targets and retaliatory attacks by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards against US military assets in the region.The situation was further complicated by threats from Yemen’s Houthi group regarding possible disruptions to shipping routes, adding to concerns over energy security in the Gulf region.Investors are expected to closely track further developments in US-Iran negotiations, military activity and potential risks to key oil transit routes.

Brent oil slipped after surging almost 6% over the previous two sessions, as traders weighed continued hostilities between the US and Iran against efforts to broker a new ceasefire.

Oil prices rose while U.S stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, amid an escalation of fighting in the Middle East and as investors await key tech earnings this week.

Oil prices rose Friday as investors weighed escalating threats between the United States and Iran.

The market is pricing in concerns that the peace deal proved short-lived, lasting less than a few weeks.

European stocks fell as oil prices rose after the US and Iran exchanged fresh strikes overnight, with investors also focusing on the start of the earnings season.

Stocks rose on Wall Street and oil prices slipped Thursday in the wait to see what will come next after President Donald Trump raised doubts about the temporary truce in the war with Iran.

Choppy trading in stocks and bonds also reflected anxiety among investors about the war’s effects on inflation and growth.

Oil gained and US equity futures ticked lower after the US said it is striking Iran for the second straight day, an escalation of violence that threatens to choke shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil gained and US equity futures ticked lower after the US said it is striking Iran for the second straight day, an escalation of violence that threatens to choke shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stock futures fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices jumped more than three percent on Wednesday as the Middle East crisis burst back into the spotlight with US and Iranian forces exchanging strikes after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, fuelling fresh supply fears. 

A global gauge of stock markets rose ‌as investors tracked the implementation of an interim peace deal between Iran and the US, even as oil prices also rose after tit-for-tat attacks underscored the risk of escalation.

Oil briefly rose on Monday after weekend US-Iran strikes before falling to near its lowest level since the conflict began.

Global crude oil prices edged higher following a fresh escalation in tensions between the United States and Iran, reviving concerns over stability in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose about 0.9% on Monday to trade over $72 per barrel. The American benchmark, WTI Crude, also gained over 1 percent to just reach $70 per barrel. According to market experts, the rebound in prices reflects growing scepticism about earlier expectations of de-escalation. Oil prices had previously fallen too quickly on hopes of a ceasefire, despite ongoing military exchanges and the absence of a strong enforcement mechanism. Recent attacks on commercial vessels and renewed tit-for-tat strikes between the US and Iran have forced the market to reassess risk premiums, they argue.The Strait of Hormuz remains a key chokepoint, handling roughly one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas trade during peacetime, making it highly sensitive to geopolitical disruptions.The escalation also weighed on global financial markets. Asian equities traded mixed on Monday, with declines in Tokyo and Seoul offset by gains in Hong Kong and Taipei. Japan’s Nikkei 225 index fell 0.7%, while South Korea’s Kospi dropped 1.9%.Sensex Declines 247 Points, Nifty Trades With Marginal Gains As Renewed Iran-US Tensions Weigh On Investor Sentiment Technology and AI-related stocks led losses in Japan and South Korea amid concerns over heavy investment spending and uncertain returns. SoftBank Group declined about 5%, while Advantest fell 3.7%. In South Korea, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix dropped around 5% and 4% respectively.In contrast, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index and Taiwan’s Taiex posted gains of 2.2% and 1.4%, respectively.The renewed tensions followed US Central Command strikes on Iran over the weekend, citing earlier attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated with missile and drone strikes targeting US military assets in Bahrain and Kuwait.Reports later suggested that Washington and Tehran had agreed to pause hostilities and resume negotiations, with potential talks expected in Doha. However, Iran has not officially confirmed the development.A previously signed memorandum of understanding between the two nations aimed at de-escalation continues to face challenges due to repeated flare-ups and disagreements over its implementation.

Oil prices are up amid continuing global uncertainty and the dollar is at a one-year ‌high as Asian stocks wobble as Iran and the US agree ‌to halt hostilities.

Oil prices rose Sunday while U.S. stock-index futures advanced, after the U.S. and Iran continued to trade fire in the Persian Gulf, renewing fears that the Strait of Hormuz may effectively be shut again.

Oil rose after a report that the US and Iran have agreed to stop attacking each other, following a flare-up that saw a supertanker carrying Qatari crude hit near the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil rises slightly early Tuesday as investors continue to assess the latest developments in the Middle East, while showing optimism the conflict may end soon.

Oil edged higher after falling almost 3% in the previous session following early progress in peace talks over the Iran war, which included a US waiver allowing some sales from the Islamic Republic.

A decline in oil prices left stocks hovering near their all-time highs as peace talks between the US and Iran showed signs of progress after a rocky start to the negotiations.

Oil prices dip as optimism over US-Iran peace talks grows, while stock markets respond positively, signalling potential stability in global economies.

Oil prices rise amid uncertainty over US-Iran talks Oil prices rose on Sunday as traders assessed the implications of ongoing US-Iran negotiations and the durability of the ceasefire between the two countries. According to Reuters, Brent crude futures climbed by $1.09, or 1.35 percent, to $81.66 a barrel by 22:06 GMT, after reaching an early session high of $82.30. The increase came amid continued uncertainty over future oil supplies and the outcome of diplomatic talks. Oil prices had fallen last week after several tankers successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns about disruptions to one of the world's most important energy shipping routes. However, market participants remain cautious as negotiations continue and questions persist over the long-term stability of the agreement.

Modest reactions in the oil and financial markets as Iran and the U.S. met in Switzerland for a first round of talks aimed at making a temporary cease-fire permanent.

Oil Prices Rebound as U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Are Postponed  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comHow the oil market shrugged off the Iran crisis  Financial TimesOil prices rise as Lebanon fighting erupts and Hormuz traffic still slow  Al JazeeraOil prices fall after peace deal signed – as it happened  The GuardianEurope’s Stocks Are Back in the Lead as Stagflation Risks Ease  Bloomberg

Stocks were mixed after strong rallies the day before.

Oil held losses after tumbling the most in more than two weeks on Monday as the US and Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over energy supplies and fueling a global equity rally. Stocks in Asia were set for a mixed open.

Oil held losses after tumbling the most in more than two weeks on Monday as the US and Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over energy supplies and fueling a global equity rally. Stocks in Asia were set for a mixed open.

Crude dropped towards US$80 a barrel amid risk-on sentiment as traders bet on an end to the Gulf military conflict.

Stock markets rallied worldwide, and oil prices eased after the United States and Iran reached a tentative deal to get the global flow of crude going again.

Oil prices dropped towards $80 a barrel and stocks rallied on Monday after Washington and Iran reached a framework deal to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sending a wave of relief through global markets.The strait, through which roughly 20 percent of the world's crude oil supply normally transits, was effectively closed by Tehran after the US and Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, sending energy prices soaring.

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Energy prices tumbled and stocks jumped Monday — but only moderately — after the U.S. and Iran said they had reached a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

A resumption of oil flows from the Middle East could ease pressure on crude prices, providing policymakers grappling with inflation some relief.

Oil prices plunged more than 5% to reach three-month lows on Monday and stock markets jumped after the United States and Iran reached an initial agreement on ending the Middle East...

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Oil prices fell sharply on Monday while global equities rallied after the United States and Iran announced a deal to end their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of supply disruptions. The two countries confirmed the agreement following a mediation effort by Pakistan, with a formal signing ceremony expected in Switzerland on […] The post Crude oil prices fall as US–Iran peace deal boosts global markets appeared first on Vanguard News.

US stock index futures jumped after Washington and Tehran reached an interim deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices slumped.

Oil prices fell sharply and global stock markets rallied after the United States and Iran agreed to end their three-month conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears over energy supplies, inflation and global economic growth.

US stock index futures jumped after Washington and Tehran reached an interim deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices slumped.

Mumbai: Global financial markets witnessed a dramatic shift over the past 24 hours after reports emerged of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran to end a conflict that has lasted nearly four months. The development boosted investor confidence and triggered sharp moves across commodities and equity markets.Sharp Fall in Crude Oil PricesThe energy market saw the strongest reaction. US crude oil futures for July delivery dropped 4.77 percent to USD 80.83 per barrel. Brent crude futures for August delivery also declined nearly 4 percent to trade at around USD 83.77 per barrel.Trump’s Iran Deal Claim Triggers Market Buzz, Crude Oil Prices Fall Sharply As Investors Watch Next MoveAnalysts believe easing geopolitical tensions could help normalise oil supplies and reduce pressure on energy prices in the coming months.Asian Stock Markets SurgeLower oil prices and hopes of peace sparked strong buying across Asian equities. South Korea's Kospi Index jumped 5.1 percent, while Japan's Nikkei 225 gained 3.6 percent. Japan's broader Topix Index advanced 2.6 percent, and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 rose 1.3 percent.Investors began reducing the geopolitical risk premium that had weighed on markets since February.Trump's Announcement Boosts ConfidenceAccording to Josh Gilbert, APAC Market Analyst at eToro, markets had been waiting for such a development for months. He said investor relief became evident after US President Donald Trump confirmed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the US naval blockade.The announcement eased concerns about disruptions to global oil shipments.Crude Oil Futures Fall Nearly 2%, MCX June Contract Drops ₹140 To ₹8,204 After Trump Pauses Iran Strike PlansDollar and Bond Markets Also ReactThe US Dollar Index fell 0.32 percent to 99.483. Meanwhile, the yield on the 10-year US Treasury bond declined by five basis points to 4.423 percent.The drop in bond yields suggests investors are becoming less worried about inflation as energy prices soften.Why Is Gold Still Rising?Despite improving risk sentiment, gold continued to attract buyers. Spot gold climbed nearly 2 percent to USD 4,302.19 per ounce.Market experts noted that if investors were fully convinced about the peace agreement, gold prices would likely have declined. Continued buying indicates that some uncertainty remains.Investors Remain CautiousAnalysts pointed out that the agreement is still awaiting formal signing on June 19. Full details of the deal have not yet been released, and previous developments in the conflict have shown that conditions can change quickly.Oil Surges Above $93 Per Barrel, Brent And WTI Gain Nearly 1% After US Strikes Near Strait Of HormuzWhat Happens Next for Oil?Experts believe the future direction of oil prices will depend on how quickly shipping routes and production operations return to normal. Commonwealth Bank of Australia estimates that Brent crude could move towards USD 80 per barrel by year-end if the Strait of Hormuz remains open and exports recover.However, damage to refining infrastructure, possible sea mines and uncertainties around tanker traffic could slow the return to normal conditions.

There is cautious optimism on financial markets that a US-Iran peace deal will ease the hit to the global economy caused by their war.

Global markets surged as the US and Iran announced a framework agreement to end their conflict, leading to hopes of lower energy prices and easing inflation. The Strait of Hormuz reopened, causing oil prices to tumble and boosting investor appetite for riskier assets. Asian equities rallied significantly, while the US dollar weakened against major currencies.

"Asian stocks rallied Monday while oil prices tumbled," reports CNBC, "after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a peace deal aimed at ending nearly four months of conflict..." The strongest reaction was seen in energy markets. U.S. crude oil futures for July delivery were down 4.77% to $80.83 per barrel by 8:27 p.m. ET. Brent futures, the international benchmark, for August delivery traded about 4% lower to $83.77 per barrel. Asian equities surged. South Korea's Kospi jumped 5.1%, Japan's Nikkei 225 climbed 3.6%, and the broader Topix advanced 2.6%... The U.S. dollar index weakened 0.32% to 99.483, while the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note fell 5 basis points to 4.423%, suggesting that investors were dialing back inflation concerns on easing energy prices. "The most immediate implication is a repricing of the inflation risk premium that markets have been carrying since the Strait closed," said Billy Leung, investment strategist at Global X ETFs... Besides safe-haven Treasurys, gold also rose. "Gold is the interesting outlier here," Leung said. "In a clean risk-on trade, gold should be selling off as the geopolitical premium unwinds, but it is holding bid around $4,300, which tells you the market is not fully trusting the deal yet." Spot gold prices were up almost 2% at $4,302.19 per ounce. That skepticism reflects lingering uncertainty around the agreement, which remains unsigned and subject to implementation risks. [Josh Gilbert, lead Asia Pacific analyst at trading platform eToro] cautioned that "the deal isn't actually signed until June 19th, the details are still thin, and this conflict has shown more than once that headlines can turn on a dime." Analysts at Commonwealth Bank of Australia also stressed that the oil outlook hinges on how quickly shipping and production can normalize. Vivek Dhar, head of commodities and sustainability research at CBA, expects Brent to fall to around $80 a barrel by year-end, assuming the Strait remains open and exports recover. However, he warned that damage to refining infrastructure, the presence of sea mines and uncertainty over tanker traffic could slow the return to normal operations. Even so, he said markets are likely to take comfort from the prospect that oil flows need only recover to around 60%-70% of pre-war levels to restore expectations of a global supply surplus. For investors, the biggest implication will likely be what cheaper energy means for inflation and central banks. Lower oil prices ease pressure on households and businesses while reducing the risk of a broader inflation resurgence just as major central banks enter a busy week of policy meetings. UPDATE: "A US official is rejecting Iran's assertion that it will receive billions of dollars in frozen funds before a planned 60-day negotiating period begins following Friday's signing of an agreement," reports CNN: The pushback came after Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, said the next phase of talks would depend on Washington first fulfilling several obligations, including releasing Iranian funds frozen abroad. The differing accounts underscore a significant gap between how the United States and Iran are describing what must happen before the next round of negotiations can move forward. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

The tentative US and Iran peace deal has prompted Asian markets to surge and oil prices to fall as investors anticipate the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The tentative US and Iran peace deal has prompted Asian markets to surge and oil prices to fall as investors anticipate the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The tentative US and Iran peace deal has prompted Asian markets to surge and oil prices to fall as investors anticipate the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Asian stock markets surge as Washington and Tehran announce agreement to end hostiles and reopen Strait of Hormuz.

Brent crude and US West Texas Intermediate prices declined as markets reacted to expectations of improved energy supply stability.

US equity futures climbed, oil slumped and the dollar fell after President Donald Trump and Pakistani mediators said the US and Iran had reached a peace agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices fell and stocks gained on Sunday evening on the hope that a deal would allow more energy and other goods to flow through the Strait of Hormuz.

US equity futures climbed, oil slumped and the dollar fell after President Donald Trump and Pakistani mediators said the US and Iran had reached a peace agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude fell further on Friday on reports that a potential deal would lift oil sanctions on Iran.

Oil Prices Tumble 4% on Iran Peace Optimism  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comOil Hits Lowest Since Early March on Potential Hormuz Reopening  صحيفة مالCrude oil falls nearly 2% in futures trade as Trump halts Iran strike plans  ETEnergyworld.comWorld shares surge and oil prices slip over 4% after Trump claims a breakthrough in Iran war talks  MSN

Oil prices fell on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington had reached a framework agreement with Iran, raising hopes that tensions in the Middle East could ease.

Oil prices have bounced following renewed fighting between the US and Iran in the most significant escalation of tensions since a ceasefire was struck in April.

Oil prices have bounced following renewed fighting between the US and Iran in the most significant escalation of tensions since a ceasefire was struck in April.

Oil jumped, while US stock futures declined after American forces started new strikes on Iran, putting further strain on a fragile ceasefire and threatening to prolong the conflict in the Middle East that’s upended global markets.

Oil jumped after the US started new strikes on Iran, putting further strain on a fragile ceasefire and threatening to prolong the conflict in the Middle East that’s upended global markets.

The US president said negotiations over a peace deal to end the Middle East war were in their final stages and a deal could come in 'two or three days'.

U.S. stock-index futures were erasing early losses on Sunday, after a massive tech selloff on Friday interrupted Wall Street’s two-month rally, and after new developments threatened the fragile cease-fire in the Iran war.

Oil prices fell on Friday following new diplomatic overtures to bridge differences between the U.S. and Iran, as the global inflationary impact of the war continues.

Oil slipped after three days of gains as the US and Iran exchanged strikes, threatening the prospects of a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices rise as renewed fighting threatens US-Iran ceasefire Oil prices climbed on Wednesday after the latest escalation in fighting raised concerns about the future of the US-Iran ceasefire, while US stocks pulled back from record highs. The S&P 500 fell 0.3 percent from its all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 339 points, or 0.7 percent, by 10:15am Eastern time, while the Nasdaq composite was down 0.3 percent. Brent crude rose 1.1 percent to $97.07 a barrel after the US military said Iran had fired missiles towards Kuwait and Bahrain. Washington said it responded by striking an Iranian military ground control station on an island in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the renewed tensions, investors appear hopeful that the US and Iran will eventually reach an agreement to reopen the strategic waterway.

Oil rose for a third day as a fresh exchange of strikes between the US and Iran cast doubt on the prospects of a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Leslie Palti-Guzman, founder at Energy Vista, gives an update on the outlook for oil and natural gas prices amid the war in Iran. (Source: Bloomberg)

Oil steadied after rising in the previous two sessions, as contradictory headlines on the prospects of a US-Iran peace deal boost price swings.

Oil prices saw a slight uptick as US-Iran talks and the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz created market jitters. Conflicting signals from Washington and Tehran fueled uncertainty, with traders closely watching any progress or breakdown in negotiations. Developments around the crucial energy route remain a key focus, impacting global supply routes and risk sentiment.

Crude futures surge around 7% as US-Iran strikes over the weekend heighten fears of wider Middle East escalation.

US equity futures edged lower and oil held gains as Washington struggled to get efforts toward an Iran peace deal back on track.

Oil prices jumped and equities struggled on Monday as Middle East peace talks stumbled and tensions mounted between Iran and the United States.Crude futures shot around seven percent higher after an Iranian news agency announced Tehran had suspended the negotiations with Washington via mediators.The United States and Iran had traded strikes over the weekend and Tehran had insisted that any deal to end the war must cover Israel's escalating offensive into Lebanon.

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front month contracts both climbed a as hopes for a peace deal became clouded again.

Oil prices climbed as investors weighed a renewed exchange of military strikes between the United States and Iran against signs that both sides remain engaged in negotiations.

Oil rose from a six-week low as uncertainty continues over the outlook for a peace deal to end the US war in Iran and open the Strait of Hormuz. Bloomberg's Anthony di Paola reports. (Source: Bloomberg)

The increase follows a week where crude prices dropped over 11% amid hopes that an imminent peace agreement would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil climbed as tensions remained elevated in the Middle East, with negotiations over a permanent US-Iran ceasefire showing little sign of a breakthrough.

Oil rose from a six-week low amid uncertainty over the outlook for a peace deal to end the war in Iran.

Analysts said oil traders were taking an “optimistic view” that disruption in the region could soon ease.

Global oil prices have retreated sharply amid hopes that a lasting Middle East ceasefire can unlock the Strait of Hormuz.

Asian stock markets experienced significant gains on Friday as optimism grew around a potential US-Iran agreement, leading to a decline in oil prices that have been affecting global energy supplies.

Oil markets have whipsawed this week as investors parse the chances of a breakthrough between Washington and Tehran that could potentially resume normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front-month contracts both climbed after the U.S. launched a new set of strikes on an Iranian military site.

Investors tracked signs that the US and Iran were closing in on a deal that would open up the Strait of Hormuz to Gulf crude shipments.

Reports of a possible US-Iran framework involving a ceasefire extension and steps to reopen Hormuz triggered a sharp 7 per cent single-session drop earlier this week

Asian equities showed mixed results on Wednesday, buoyed by tech stock gains and cautious optimism surrounding US-Iran peace negotiations. Despite fresh US strikes on Iran, investors remain hopeful for a resolution that could stabilise oil prices and impact global markets.

Oil was little changed in early Asian trading, as the US touted progress toward a peace deal with Iran despite fresh hostilities and uncertainty over the vital Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices rebounded back to $100 on Tuesday while stock markets were mixed and the dollar firmed after US military strikes on Iran deflated hopes of an imminent deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.The United States and Iran have been working on an agreement to end the Middle East war and reopen the crucial waterway to tanker and cargo traffic since a fragile ceasefire on April 8.But the fresh strikes had Tehran warning it was ready to retaliate after it accused Washington of breaching their truce with what US Central Command described as "self-defence strikes".

Equities climbed and US oil prices were lower as investors bet that a deal to re-open the Strait of Hormuz was close, even as hostilities flared to test the fragile ceasefire.

Energy markets reacted sharply to renewed military tensions and fragile diplomacy between Washington and Tehran, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining partially restricted

Asian stocks plummet and oil prices react sharply as fresh US strikes on Iran raise doubts about a potential peace deal in the Middle East.

Optimism for a resolution to the conflict and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz was checked after the United States said it had carried out strikes on missile launch sites in Iran.

Brent crude fell 7 per cent on Monday, one of the sharpest single day drops since the Iran war and closure of Strait of Hormuz, but are now bouncing back

Fresh US attacks on Iranian boats and missile sites have sparked a slump in the local bourse, as investors weigh the fading likelihood of a US-Iran peace deal.

Despite low odds of a US-Iran deal, optimism drives oil below US$100, easing pressure on emerging-market currencies.

Oil prices fluctuated as US-Iran talks showed signs of progress, clashing with US military strikes on Iranian missile sites and vessels. Hopes for the Strait of Hormuz reopening were dampened by fresh clashes, adding to market uncertainty after a major energy shock.

Oil held a drop on signs that negotiations to extend a US-Iranian ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz were making progress.

Oil prices nosedived Monday amid hopes of a deal to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices fell sharply and global stocks jumped on Monday as investors cheered the prospects of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran. The post Oil Prices Plunge and Stocks Soar on Hopes for Iran Deal appeared first on Breitbart.

Oil prices decreased early Monday amid negotiations between the Trump administration and Iran on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the Middle East conflict. West Texas Intermediate crude futures, the benchmark for North American markets, dipped by more than 6.1 percent to $90.68 as of early Monday. Brent crude futures, the global benchmark, dropped...

Oil prices fell about 5% and Asian markets rose as investors reacted to hopes of a US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. US officials signaled progress, though key issues remain unresolved, including uranium stockpiles and sanctions relief, while traders weighed the impact on inflation and global energy supplies.

Brent crude futures down 5.5% to lowest level in two weeks and stock markets riseOil prices have fallen below $100 a barrel and stock markets have risen on hopes that the US and Iran are inching closer to a peace deal.Brent crude futures, the global oil benchmark, were down 5.5% to just below $98 a barrel, the lowest levels in two weeks, with hopes that an agreement to end the US-Israeli war on Iran can be struck. Continue reading...

Emerging-market stocks and currencies rose as oil prices declined on signs that the US and Iran were nearing a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices fell and Asian stocks climbed on Monday over hopes a deal between the United States and Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz could be brokered.The price of North Sea Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate slipped close to five percent to $99.41 and $92.49 a barrel respectively.The United States and Iran appear closer than ever to a deal that would end the war that has ravaged the Middle East since late February, sending energy prices soaring and stoking global inflation.

Japan's stock market surges to record high on hopes of an end to US-Israel war on Iran.

Oil prices slid on optimism that the US and Iran were moving closer towards a peace deal, even though they remained at odds over key issues.

Oil and the dollar fell while US stock futures climbed as risk appetite improved on hopes that a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restore crude flows could be close.

Oil prices have also moved higher as investors weigh the risk that US–Iran peace talks could drag on or fall apart, says analyst.

Asian markets rallied Friday, buoyed by hopes of US-Iran peace talks, though volatile oil prices and Strait of Hormuz concerns fueled inflation worries. Tokyo led gains as investor sentiment improved. Despite diplomatic optimism, rising crude prices prompted reassessment of global interest rate expectations, with the US Federal Reserve potentially hiking rates later this year.

Oil prices surged Friday amid lingering uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks and ongoing concerns about supply disruptions via the Strait of Hormuz. Despite recent gains, benchmarks are set for a weekly dip. While gaps in negotiations have narrowed, any toll system in the Strait is deemed unacceptable.

Oil rose after three days of declines, as statements by Iran on uranium and the Strait of Hormuz pared earlier optimism over progress in the negotiations with the US.

European equities rose for a third day after a report of talks between the US and Iran boosted hopes that the Middle East conflict will be resolved soon.

Oil extended gains from last week as the US and Iran remained deadlocked over a deal to end weeks of conflict and restore shipping through the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

Stock markets were mixed Wednesday and oil prices steadied but remained above $100 a barrel as investors awaited a high-stakes summit between the United States and China, and Middle East peace talks stalled.Oil prices surged earlier this week on signs that no breakthrough was in sight to resume crucial Gulf tanker and cargo traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, paralysed by the Middle East war.The International Energy Agency warned that countries were tapping into oil inventories and strategic reserves at a "record pace", meaning further price volatility was likely.

Limited progress kept Hormuz largely closed to tankers, pushing Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate prices up over 3%.

Oil prices rose and stock futures ticked down as investors reacted after the two sides failed to agree on a U.S.-Iran peace deal.

Oil prices rose and stock futures ticked down as investors reacted after the two sides failed to agree on a U.S.-Iran peace deal.

Oil prices fell and global stock markets traded mixed Thursday awaiting an update on a US plan to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices fell and global stock markets traded mixed Thursday awaiting an update on a US plan to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.Having plunged more than 10 percent at one point Wednesday on peace hopes, crude futures fell far less sharply Thursday, with losses of around two percent.European stock markets declined after big gains the previous session, while leading Asian markets climbed. Tokyo soared 5.6 percent, which largely reflected resumption of trading in Japan after the country's public holidays this week.

NEW YORK, United States — World oil prices dived Wednesday and stock markets rallied on fresh hopes for an end to the Iran war. US President Donald Trump said he believed a deal with Iran was “very possible”, but threatened to resume his bombardment of the country if negotiations fell apart. International oil benchmark Brent North Sea made a double-digit plunge to under $100 a barrel, before cutting losses, finishing down 7.8 percent at $101.27 a barrel. READ: Trump says pausing Strait of Hormuz operation in push for Iran deal Major US indices extended a powerful rally, with both the […]...Keep on reading: Oil prices tumble, stocks rally on Mideast peace hopes

Oil prices fell and global stocks rose as US President Donald Trump said, “we’ve had very good talks over the last 24 hours, and it’s very possible that we’ll make a deal,” referring to negotiations over the Iran conflict.

World oil prices dived on Wednesday, triggering a stock market rally as hopes rise for an end to the Iran war, a development that could reshape global energy dynamics.