Brent Crude Surpasses $100 as Global Shares Decline Amid Interest Rate Uncertainty
Global shares were mostly lower in cautious trading on Wednesday as investors watched for potential interest rate changes and the conflict with Iran pushed Brent crude oil prices above $100 a barrel.
The price of Brent crude surpassed $100, which is a concern due to its impact on inflation. Increased fighting in the Middle East has reduced global oil supplies, exacerbating worries about rising costs.