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Business & EconomyUS Stocks Rally as Oil Prices Fall and Bond Yields Ease
The U.S. stock market experienced a significant rally, marking its best day in six weeks. This surge was driven by falling oil prices and easing pressure from the bond market, occurring shortly after the Federal Reserve announced a quarter-percentage-point interest rate increase.
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Business & Economy · United StatesDow futures advance 619 points after Fed rate hike
U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average seeing a significant gain. This rebound followed the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate increase, which had previously led to market declines. Treasury yields and oil prices also decreased.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Stocks Close Lower Amidst Rising Oil and Treasury Yields
US stock markets closed lower on September 15, 2026, influenced by climbing oil prices and Treasury yields. Concerns about artificial intelligence spending and corporate demand also added to investor apprehension, leading to a broad market downturn.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Rise Amid Middle East Attacks and Diplomatic Setbacks
Oil prices surged on Monday, with Brent crude reaching $107.51 per barrel and WTI crude at $102.32. Attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia and incidents in the Strait of Hormuz contributed to the rise, alongside the postponement of a meeting between Iran and Persian Gulf powers.
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Saudi Arabia Shuts East-West Oil Pipeline After Drone Attacks
Saudi Arabia has shut its 1,200-kilometre East-West oil pipeline following drone attacks launched from Iraq. The closure removes a key route for oil exports, potentially impacting four percent of global supply and driving up crude prices.
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Business & EconomyOil prices surge to four-month high, rattling global markets
Brent crude futures reached a four-month peak of $109.97 a barrel following a 6% overnight increase. The surge in oil prices has heightened inflation concerns, leading to a spike in global bond yields and a slump in sharemarkets as investors anticipate further central bank tightening.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Surge Past $102 Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict
Oil prices climbed past $102 a barrel as the conflict between the US and Iran intensified. Goldman Sachs warned of potential surges above $120, while White House advisors reportedly discussed the conflict's potential to last through President Trump's term.
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US strikes Iranian oil tankers amid Kharg Island explosions
Explosions were reported near Iran's Kharg Island and the port city of Jask. A US official confirmed strikes on Iranian oil tankers, while Iran's military warned of retaliation if its vessels are attacked. Oil prices rose following the news.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastHouthis attack Saudi energy sites, wounding 73; oil prices surge
Houthis attacked energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, wounding 73 people and causing oil prices to rise sharply. Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed amid heightened regional tensions and Iranian threats against the United States.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastMiddle East conflict pushes oil prices higher, Asian markets mixed
Asian shares and U.S. futures showed mixed performance on Tuesday as escalating conflict in the Middle East, driven by Houthi attacks on Saudi facilities, pushed oil prices higher. China reported a significant jump in exports for August.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastTrump predicts oil prices below $2 per gallon after Iran conflict win
Donald Trump has predicted that oil prices could fall below $2 per gallon if the United States wins a conflict with Iran. The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and warnings from both sides.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran threatens US energy assets after tanker strikes
Iran has threatened to retaliate against any new US attacks on its assets, warning that American oil and gas companies in the region share the exposure of Iranian assets. The exchange follows US strikes on three Iranian oil tankers.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastGoldman Sachs warns oil could hit $120 per barrel amid Middle East attacks
Goldman Sachs has warned that oil prices could surge to $120 per barrel if attacks on ships in the Middle East intensify. The bank also projected prices could fall to $80 per barrel if regional exports normalize. Brent crude was trading around $97 per barrel on 7 September 2026.
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Business & Economy · RussiaOPEC+ maintains October oil output quotas amid Iran war
OPEC+ has decided to keep its oil production quotas unchanged for October. The decision comes as the Iran war continues to disrupt oil exports, limiting the group's influence on prices and market share. Focus is now shifting towards debates over 2027 quotas.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil prices climb amid Middle East tensions and Shein stock drop
Oil prices and Asian shares fluctuated as renewed violence between Iran and the US heightened market uncertainty. Shein's stock fell sharply on its Hong Kong debut, while energy companies saw gains.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS stock futures dip as Middle East strikes and Fed hawkishness weigh on markets
US stock index futures fell on Monday as renewed military attacks between the US and Iran pushed oil prices higher. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish remarks also increased expectations of a September interest rate hike.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS strikes Iran's Kharg Island; oil production continues
The US and Iran exchanged strikes, with the US targeting Kharg and Larak Islands and Iran claiming to hit US bases in the UAE and Jordan. Iran stated its oil production on Kharg Island continued despite bombings.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastAsian markets fall as US-Iran tensions lift oil prices
Asian share markets declined on Monday as fresh conflict between the United States and Iran escalated, driving oil prices up. Bond yields also remained elevated following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on inflation, increasing the likelihood of a US interest rate hike.
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Politics · Middle EastUS Treasury Secretary Vows 'Economic D-Day' Against Iran
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, vowing to impose the 'toughest sanctions in history' to sever all financial lifelines supporting the regime. Oil prices fell following the announcement.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Dip Ahead of New US Sanctions on Iran
Oil prices declined as investors anticipated the announcement of new US sanctions against Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to reveal the measures, which Iran has dismissed. Asian stock markets remained flat.
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