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Oil extends gains, Brent crude nears $108 following Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia
Middle EastHouthi strikes and Iranian attacks
Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday amid reports of fresh Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia and attacks by Iran on ships in the Gulf
The attacks have led to a closure of Saudi Arabia's critical East-West pipeline
- Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, Aug.
- unmanned naval systems in the Gulf.
- President Donald Trump said Sunday that the U.S.
Key Takeaways
- Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia have led to an increase in oil prices
- Iran has attacked ships in the Gulf
- Brent crude futures for November delivery gained 1.25%
- U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures for October advanced 1.27%
- Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline has been closed
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- Potential further price increases or instability in the region
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The price of oil has a significant impact on the global economy
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- 6h agoCNBC: Oil extended gains amid reports of fresh Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia and attacks by Iran on ships in the Gulf.
- 48m agoCNBC: Oil extended gains amid reports of fresh Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia and attacks by Iran on ships in the Gulf.
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