World oil prices surged sharply after the US launched a new round of strikes against Iran, heightening fears of energy supply disruptions and accelerating inflation. This was reported by Bloomberg, writes UNN.
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During trading, the price of Brent crude oil rose by more than 3% – to $78.50 per barrel. The increase occurred amid conflicting statements regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of the world's oil exports pass.
The resumption of attacks between the US and Iran could become a negative catalyst for markets
Markets responded with rising bond yields and a stronger dollar
Bloomberg notes that against the backdrop of the escalating conflict, US Treasury bond prices fell, and the yield on two-year US government bonds rose to 4.23% – the highest level since February 2025. At the same time, the dollar strengthened, while stock markets showed mixed dynamics.
Meanwhile, gold fell by 1.2%, and silver by 1.7%. Investors fear that more expensive oil could sustain high inflation, causing the US Federal Reserve to keep interest rates elevated for longer.