HSBC warns oil market stuck in 'tighter for longer' phase, lifts Brent forecasts
HSBC raises 2026-2027 Brent forecasts, citing tighter market as Strait of Hormuz flows remain impaired.
09/09/2026 21:5420 min read
Geopolitics
Trump Ties Falling Oil to Post-Midterm Iran Peace, Brent Hits $103
Trump says oil prices will not drop until after November midterms; Brent crude hits a May high at $103.
09/09/2026 21:2712 min read
Oil breaches $100 as Trump signals no quick relief before midterms
Brent crude returned above $100 as President Trump acknowledged oil price relief may take longer, while US stocks and bonds fell on inflation concerns.
09/09/2026 21:2116 min read
Report: Iran Still Turning to Bitcoin to Bypass Sanctions and Stabilize Economy
Iran is using bitcoin to bypass sanctions, with its central bank tolerating the practice, a report says.
09/09/2026 18:288 min read