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Oil Price Today (October 30): Crude oil jumps to $118 as Trump weighs fresh attacks after midterm. What are experts saying?

·Economic Times·Impact 3/5 · Notable
MeridStreet AI summary

Crude oil prices have jumped to $118 on October 30, reaching a six-month high. This surge is largely due to concerns over a potential US military strike against Iran, which has led to increased uncertainty and security risks in the Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing tensions in the region, combined with recent attacks on oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, are contributing to market volatility and driving up prices. As a result, investors are closely monitoring the situation, anticipating further price increases.

Source reporting

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MeridStreet analysis

Why it matters

Crude oil prices rose amid fears of a potential US military strike against Iran. This could lead to increased volatility and decreased investor appetite for risk.

Market impact

Impact score
3 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
War & escalation
Model confidence
70%

Markets & countries in focus

United StatesIran

Transmission channels

Geopolitical tensions→Oil price rise→Risk-off sentiment→Safe-haven demand→Market volatility

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Safe-haven assets
  • Oil producers

Under pressure

  • Global equities
  • Risk assets

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