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Oil prices rise above 107 dollars amid Middle East tensions
Global oil prices have risen for two consecutive days, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East and supply uncertainties in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures reached approximately 107.48 dollars per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rose to 94.32 dollars per barrel.
Geopolitical instability is a primary driver, as Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite this, indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran are reportedly continuing through Qatari mediators in New York.
In broader financial markets, rising energy costs and bond yields are pressuring global equities. The MSCI Asia-Pacific index fell by 0.6 percent, with declines noted in markets across Australia, Hong Kong, India, South Korea, and Japan. Additionally, the Reserve Bank of Australia increased interest rates to a 15-year high of 4.60 percent to combat inflation.
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Abbas Araghchi · Brent crude · Donald Trump · MSCI Asia-Pacific · Middle East · Reserve Bank of Australia · Strait of Hormuz · WTI crude
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Tehran is conducting indirect negotiations with the US via Qatari mediators in New York. financije.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. financije.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Brent crude oil futures rose to 107.48 dollars per barrel. financije.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The MSCI Asia-Pacific index fell by 0.6 percent. biznis.me
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Reserve Bank of Australia raised interest rates to 4.60 percent. biznis.me
- [○ 1 SOURCE] WTI crude oil futures rose to 94.32 dollars per barrel. financije.hr