Oil and Gas Prices
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July 02, 2026
Wood Mackenzie forecasts a long-term rise in Henry Hub natural gas prices as AI-driven power demand, LNG export growth and maturing U.S. gas supply reshape market fundamentals. The consultancy expects prices to approach $5/MMBtu (real) by 2035.
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July 02, 2026
India plans to expand its strategic oil reserves and storage capacity following recent volatility during the Iran conflict, while increasing refining capacity as it strengthens energy security and positions itself as a global refining hub.
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July 01, 2026
Oil prices fell for a third consecutive session as crude exports through the Strait of Hormuz continued to recover and indirect U.S.-Iran talks showed signs of progress, easing supply concerns despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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June 30, 2026
ADNOC is proposing a new pricing methodology for Upper Zakum, Das and Umm Lulu crude that would link official selling prices to the Dubai benchmark rather than Murban futures. The move could simplify regional pricing comparisons as the UAE expands crude exports.
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June 24, 2026
Brent crude fell below $75/bbl for the first time since the Iran conflict began as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continued to increase and U.S.-Iran peace talks showed early signs of progress.
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June 19, 2026
After months of disruption, oil and LNG shipments are beginning to flow through the Strait of Hormuz again, helping push Brent crude back toward $80/bbl. But questions remain over shipping rules, insurance requirements and long-term U.S.-Iran negotiations.
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June 17, 2026
Iraq is preparing to increase crude exports from its southern ports as a U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz approaches, with state marketer SOMO coordinating tanker nominations and export logistics ahead of a gradual recovery in Gulf oil flows.
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June 16, 2026
Brent crude fell below $80/bbl for the first time in more than three months as markets priced in increased oil supply following the U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts lowered price forecasts as expectations grew for a recovery in Persian Gulf exports.
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June 15, 2026
Oil prices moved lower Monday as traders assessed the U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with uncertainty remaining over how quickly shipping traffic and crude exports can return to normal.
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June 11, 2026
Even as flows through the Strait of Hormuz gradually improve, Enverus warns the damage to global oil inventories may already be done. New modeling suggests OECD stocks could fall to a 20-year low, keeping Brent above $100/bbl well into 2027.
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June 10, 2026
WTI crude settled above $91 per barrel after President Trump warned of possible new strikes against Iran and U.S. government data showed a larger-than-expected draw in crude inventories, adding to concerns over global oil supplies.
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June 01, 2026
Oil prices climbed sharply after reports that Iran plans to suspend communications with the United States, raising concerns about ongoing ceasefire negotiations and efforts to restore energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
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May 26, 2026
Oil prices rebounded as renewed military tensions between the U.S. and Iran complicated negotiations aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, prolonging uncertainty across global crude and LNG markets.
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May 25, 2026
Oil prices fell sharply as U.S. and Iranian officials signaled progress toward a potential agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over global crude and LNG supply disruptions.
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May 18, 2026
President Donald Trump said he postponed a planned military strike on Iran after appeals from Gulf allies seeking more time for negotiations, easing immediate fears of further disruption to global oil markets.
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May 15, 2026
The U.S. and China called for reopening the Strait of Hormuz following talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, though negotiations over the Iran conflict remain deadlocked as oil prices continue climbing.
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May 07, 2026
Citigroup said oil markets are likely to remain highly volatile as traders react to shifting expectations surrounding a possible U.S.-Iran agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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May 06, 2026
Oil and gas prices fell sharply after reports that the U.S. and Iran are nearing a deal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease global supply disruption.
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April 29, 2026
Oil prices surged toward $120 per barrel as the Iran war and continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz tighten global supply and fuel a growing energy crisis.
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April 29, 2026
President Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining a naval blockade that continues to disrupt global oil supply.
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April 19, 2026
As Iran again closes the Strait of Hormuz after a brief reopening, energy analyst Arjun Murti tells World Oil that markets may be misreading the situation, with no clear “open” or “closed” outcome in sight.
