Crude Oil Surges on Middle East War Fears
March 9, 2026·7 days ago·via LatestLY

Crude oil prices soar as the Iran war disrupts Middle East shipments, with April WTI futures up over 12% in a day to around $107. Qatar's energy minister warns of global economic fallout and Gulf production shutdowns pushing prices to $150 a barrel. President Trump rejects negotiations with Iran, fueling the rally amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. Markets bet heavily on crude hitting $90 or more by month's end, though long-term forecasts predict averages near $60 due to supply growth. Read more about this...
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