# Morning Bid: Oil climbs as missiles fly in the Gulf

https://mins.news/en/item/38170

- Reuters, 2026-08-31 05:05 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/china/global-markets-view-europe-2026-08-31/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a950b81fb274f000180e3ea

> Oil prices rise as missiles are reported flying across the Gulf, setting the tone for the day ahead in European and global markets.

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