Brent Crude Prices Spike Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions
Brent crude prices rose sharply amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The surge followed reciprocal strikes between the US and Iran, which have heightened concerns about regional stability and global oil supplies.
On London's ICE exchange, Brent crude November futures increased by more than 2.9%. Trading data shows that the increase occurred during trading hours, with Brent crude reaching $90.69 per barrel (+2.94%).
The current price of Brent is $90.46 per barrel (+2.68%), while WTI October futures climbed 2.34% to $85.35 per barrel.