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Oil Price Today (September 30): Crude oil at $104 as Trump rejects easing Iran sanctions. What are experts saying?

·Economic Times·Impact 5/5 · Critical
MeridStreet AI summary

Oil prices remain high, with crude oil currently trading at $104 a barrel. This is due in part to US President Trump's decision to reject easing sanctions on Iran, which has limited the country's oil exports. As a result, global oil supplies remain tight, contributing to the upward pressure on prices. The Brent crude index is on track for its biggest monthly gain since July, with a 14% increase, while the US West Texas Intermediate crude index is set for a 4% monthly increase.

Source reporting

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MeridStreet analysis

Why it matters

Trump's rejection of easing Iran sanctions has led to an increase in oil prices. This could lead to higher revenues for oil-producing countries and companies, but also potentially hurt consumers and industries that rely on oil.

Market impact

Impact score
5 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
Trade & sanctions
Model confidence
80%

Markets & countries in focus

IranUnited States

Transmission channels

Sanctions remain in place→Oil supply concerns rise→Oil prices increase→Energy stocks rise→Inflation concerns grow

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Energy stocks
  • Oil producers

Under pressure

  • Oil consumers
  • Transportation stocks

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