Brent Crude Oil Trading Hits $109.80 Amid Iran Tensions

Brent crude oil prices traded at $109.80, up 0.7%, following US President Donald Trump's threats to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions have disrupted oil shipments from the Middle East, crucial for global energy supply, as a fifth of the world's energy passes through this strait. A potential 45-day ceasefire is being discussed among US, Iran, and regional leaders, which could impact market stability. OPEC+ has agreed to a marginal increase of 206,000 barrels a day, though many members are unable to raise production due to the ongoing conflict.