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Risk of New Tensions in the Middle East Pushed Oil Price Above $110

At the opening of American stock exchanges today, there was a slight drop in stock values, after new events in the Middle East caused oil prices to rise and increased the risks of a possible escalation of conflict in the region.

Risk of New Tensions in the Middle East Pushed Oil Price Above $110

TL;DR

  • US stock markets saw a slight drop at opening.
  • New events in the Middle East caused oil prices to rise.
  • There are increased risks of conflict escalation in the region.