Oil could be driven over $100 a barrel by Iran conflict, analysts warn, as stock markets drop – business live

2026-03-02 - 08:03

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Oil prices rise as Iran war threatens shipping through strait of Hormuz The US dollar is strengthening this morning as investors seek out the safety of the US dollar. The dollar, which traditionally does well in times of crisis, has strengthened by 0.8% this morning. Continue reading...