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Oil Prices Slide as Hormuz Agreement Nears

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Oil prices have continued to fall for the third consecutive day, with investors reacting positively to reports of an impending agreement on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

The price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude has dropped to near $75 per barrel, a decline of about 11% over the first three days of the week.

Market optimism surrounding the possible resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is driving the price drop. Iran and Oman are reportedly close to signing an agreement, with US President Donald Trump stating that an agreement was imminent.

Despite this positive news, traders remain cautious, ruling out a new escalation of tensions in the Middle East that could quickly reverse price trends.

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