https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifiesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifies#u67969Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:05:19 +0000Fuel costs are expected to climb 20-30 cents per litre in coming weeks as tensions between the US and Iran intensify. Brent crude recently hit $105.10 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate reached $100.10 a barrel. The conflict has disrupted regional shipping lanes and stalled diplomatic efforts, including an Oman-led meeting between Iran and Gulf states. Economic impacts include inflation for businesses in Cebu and falling stock prices for South Korean airlines due to anticipated fuel surcharge increases.Why it mattersThe conflict centers on strategic maritime corridors including the Strait of https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifies#u64945Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:40:20 +0000Global crude oil prices have climbed past $105 a barrel as the conflict involving the United States and Iran intensifies, disrupting regional shipping lanes. Brent crude reached $105.10 a barrel with a 4.24% increase, while West Texas Intermediate hit $100.10 a barrel up 4.21%. The escalating energy costs are triggering widespread economic fallout. Businesses in Cebu face mounting inflation and margin pressures, while South Korean airline stocks dropped amid expectations of looming fuel surcharge hikes.Why it mattersThe spike in petroleum prices revives global inflation fears after markets pre https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brent-crude-oil-rises-above-100-a-barrel-as-middle-east-conflict-intensifies#u63998Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:48:47 +0000Brent crude futures surpassed $100 a barrel on Wednesday, marking the highest close since late May. The price surge follows an escalation in the Middle East conflict, driven by attacks involving Iran and the United States that targeted shipping tankers. The jump in oil prices triggered a losing session on Wall Street, shifting investors' focus back to inflation concerns. Stock futures remained little changed following the market drop. Market participants are monitoring supply fears as regional turmoil deepens.Why it mattersThe return of crude prices above $100 introduces renewed economic