Crude oil futures fell 7.36% to $94.99 as investors reacted positively to U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which could ease Middle East tensions. The move points to lower near-term geopolitical risk premiums in energy markets. Broader market sentiment may improve if the conflict appears less likely to escalate.
Crude oil futures fell 7.36% to $94.99 as investors reacted positively to U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which could ease Middle East tensions. The move points to lower near-term geopolitical risk premiums in energy markets. Broader market sentiment may improve if the conflict appears less likely to escalate.
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mildly positive
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0.20
