Oil Prices Whipsaw as U.S.-Iran Conflict Shakes Markets
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Crude oil prices experienced one of the most volatile trading weeks of 2026 during the period of May 3 through May 7, as traders reacted to the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, and sudden changes in diplomatic negotiations. June West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures swung violently between a high of $107.46 and a low of $88.66 before stabilizing near $97 a barrel by the end of the week. The sharp price swings reflected how sensitive the market remains to supply disruptions and geopolitical headlines. Strait…
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