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US futures fall and oil prices surge after US hits Iranian sites in the Strait of Hormuz
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points The international standard for crude oil, Brent crude, is currently at $90. Oil prices have seen a significant increase, rising by about 3%, following a recent military action.
Oil prices have seen a significant increase, rising by about 3%, following a recent military action. This surge comes after a period of relative calm. The international standard for crude oil, Brent crude, is currently at $90.62 per barrel, while US benchmark crude oil is at $85.62 per barrel.
The increase in oil prices is likely due to heightened tensions in the region. Further details about the situation are available from the source. The impact of this event on the market is also being felt, with mixed shares in Asia and declining US futures, amid expectations of a potential interest rate hike.
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Category: News Published: August 31, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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