Energy Markets Experience Volatility Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
Crude oil prices have been on a rollercoaster ride, plummeting over 4% on Tuesday and continuing their downward trend on Wednesday. The initial surge in prices, sparked by concerns of a broader Middle East conflict, has lost steam as the market awaits Israel’s response to Iran’s recent ballistic missile attack. Meanwhile, China’s failure to announce new economic stimulus measures has also put a damper on energy prices.
Despite the current decline, experts at Goldman Sachs predict that global benchmark Brent crude could skyrocket by $10 to $20 per barrel if an Israeli strike disrupts Iranian oil production. This potential disruption has investors on high alert, as they closely monitor the evolving situation.
As of 8:02 a.m. ET on Wednesday, energy prices stood at:
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