EconomyOil prices and stocks surge as Hormuz closure drags on
Oil prices and stock markets have risen sharply as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues. Analysts warn that US petrol prices, which fell by nine cents last week, could climb again if the disruption persists. The warning links a prolonged closure with renewed pressure on fuel costs.
AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-08-10 15:45Original
Oil prices and stocks surge as Hormuz closure drags on
Economy