Brent Oil Gains 2.5% to $93.46 Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions

Brent crude futures increased by 2.5% to $93.46, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude also rose by 2.5% to $86.46. This price jump follows the U.S. completing its 11th consecutive night of strikes against Iran, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserting Iran is not serious about peace talks regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Rubio's statements added to fears of stagflation in the markets as Brent closed above $90/bbl for the first time in over a month. For investors, rising oil prices could influence Federal Reserve policy on interest rates, with a 24.1% chance of a hike in July and a 69% chance of a hike in September.