- May 6, 2026
- Posted by: EWGFX
- Category: news
Global oil prices experienced a decline for the second consecutive day this Wednesday, driven by anticipations that restricted energy supplies from the vital Middle Eastern producing region might begin circulating once more. This shift in market sentiment follows comments from U.S. President Donald Trump, who suggested that a potential peace agreement could be finalized to resolve the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.
As of 8:50 a.m. UAE time, Brent crude futures decreased by 1.93 percent to reach $107.94 per barrel, building on a 4 percent drop observed during the prior trading session. Similarly, U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures softened by 1.8 percent to settle at $100.33, following a 3.9 percent decline recorded the previous day.