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economicApr 29, 2026
Why are oil prices up today while natural gas futures continue to drop now? Oil market surge, gas decline, Brent crude futures, Waha Hub prices explained
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Why are oil prices up today while natural gas futures continue to drop now?Oil prices are rising mainly because of supply risks linked to geopolitical tension. The United States has continued a blockade of Iranian ships, which limits Iran’s ability to sell crude oil.
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- Gandharv WaliaBy Gandharv Walia
Why are oil prices up today while natural gas futures continue to drop now?Oil prices are rising mainly because of supply risks linked to geopolitical tension. The United States has continued a blockade of Iranian ships, which limits Iran’s ability to sell crude oil. In response,…
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