Oil Prices Head for First Weekly Gain Since January on Iran Tensions

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Oil prices are expected to post their first weekly gain since January due to rising tensions with Iran, following President Trump's threat to the country.

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Sentiment
Bullish
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90%
Time Horizon
Short Term
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Crude oil prices were on course for their first weekly increase after three consecutive weekly losses, following President Trump’s latest threat to Iran that gave the country 10-15 days to make a deal or “really bad things” would happen. At the time of writing, Brent crude was trading at $72.08 per barrel, with West Texas Intermediate at $66.89 per barrel, both up after hitting their highest levels in six months on Thursday after Trump’s threat. “With a deal looking increasingly difficult to reach, it also means it…

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Summary

Oil prices are expected to post their first weekly gain since January due to rising tensions with Iran, following President Trump's threat to the country.

Market Context

Market impact analysis based on bullish sentiment with 90% confidence.

Time Horizon

Short Term

Original article published by OilPrice.com on February 20, 2026.
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