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Oil prices drop on signs of U.S.-Iran conflict resolution

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Oil prices have decreased significantly following indications of a potential U.S.-Iran deal to end their conflict. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint, has been a major factor in recent price hikes and global economic strain. While a de-escalation could ease immediate pressures, experts caution that the full restoration of oil flows and market stability may take months or even years. AI

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Geman ·

    Oil prices sink on signs of U.S.-Iran deal

    <p>Crude <a href="https://www.axios.com/energy-climate/oil-companies" target="_blank">oil</a> prices dropped about $5 per barrel Sunday evening in the first major trading since the emergence of rough and tentative outlines of a <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/24/iran-deal-…

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