Oil Markets Whipsawed by Conflicting U.S.-Iran Signals
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Oil prices head for a 7% weekly loss as traders struggle to price in conflicting signals from U.S.-Iran talks and ongoing Middle East attacks. Friday, May 08, 2026 Oil prices are set for a 7% weekly loss after markets remain confused about the outlook of a potential US-Iran negotiated settlement. ICE Brent is set to close the week at $101 per barrel, even as missile strikes and drone hits continue to sap any quick diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran. Meanwhile, the CFTC announcing it would investigate Trump’s war-related…
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