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economicOct 30, 2026

Oil flows are up as Iran war turmoil eases. Why do prices keep rising?

Summary

Brent crude prices are up more than 60 percent compared with pre-war levels, despite rebound in supply.

Source: Al Jazeera — Read the full report

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Neutral

Brent crude prices have risen more than 60 percent compared with pre-war levels. This increase is occurring despite a reported rebound in oil supply flows.

Western

Despite a reported rebound in supply, Brent crude prices have surged more than 60 percent above pre-war levels. This price increase persists even as oil flows rise following the easing of turmoil associated with the Iran war.

Gulf Arab

Brent crude prices have risen more than 60 percent compared with pre-war levels, even as oil flows increase following the easing of turmoil. This sustained price hike persists despite the reported rebound in supply.

Global South

Despite a reported rebound in supply as regional turmoil eases, Brent crude prices have risen more than 60 percent above pre-war levels. This divergence between increased oil flows and persistent price hikes highlights the significant impact of geopolitical instability on global energy markets.

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