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Oil Prices Surge Nearly 5% as Asian Markets Decline Following US-Iran Strikes

13 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

Oil prices surged nearly 5% following a new wave of US attacks on Iran, intensifying tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude reached $79.59 a barrel, while Asian stock markets experienced significant declines.
Notably, South Korea's Kospi fell by 8%, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and China's Shanghai Composite also dropping by 2%. Chipmakers, including SK Hynix, were among the hardest hit in the market downturn.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil transportation, and any military action in the region can have immediate repercussions on oil supply and prices. The US-Iran conflict has been a longstanding issue, and recent hostilities have reignited fears of a larger conflict that could disrupt not onl…
The sharp increase in oil prices amidst geopolitical tensions highlights the fragile nature of global markets, particularly in energy-dependent regions. Investors are likely reacting to fears of further escalation, which could disrupt oil supply routes and exacerbate inflationary pressures.

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