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Current price of oil as of June 9, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

Fortune

Iran War Upends the Global Oil Industry: Kiplinger Special Report

Even after the war ends, oil producers and importers will be racing to lessen their reliance on oil shipments through the Persian Gulf.

Kiplinger

Crude Oil Prices Edge Higher on Shaky Middle East Ceasefire

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Monday closed up +0.76 (+0.84%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0247 (+0.81%). Crude oil prices settled higher on Monday amid a flare-up in hostilities between Iran and Israel that threatens to derail a truce and complicate negotiations to end the...

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Renewed Middle East Hostilities Boost Crude Oil Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is up +1.31 (+1.45%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0450 (+1.48%). Crude oil prices are moving sharply higher today amid a flare-up in hostilities between Iran and Israel that threatens to derail a truce and complicate negotiations to end the...

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Current price of oil as of June 8, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

Fortune

7 OPEC+ nations announce second straight 188,000 bpd output increase for July

Seven OPEC+ nations will boost oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in July 2026, marking a second consecutive monthly increase. This decision follows a similar adjustment for June, as the group gradually eases voluntary supply cuts. The countries emphasized flexibility in managing supply based on market conditions and reaffirmed…

The Economic Times

OPEC+ increases production quotas for July

OPEC+ ministers decided Sunday to increase oil quotas by a total 188,000 barrels per day for July, in a move analysts said would be unlikely to have an impact on prices sent higher by the Mideast war. In that sense, the 188,000 barrels per day increase would be more of…

The Economic Times

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OPEC+ set for fourth oil quota hike since Hormuz closure, sources say

OPEC+ is set to raise its oil output targets for the fourth straight month, a strategic move amidst production hurdles faced by some of its member countries. Despite setbacks, prominent players such as Saudi Arabia are striving to align with demand.

The Economic Times

As OPEC+ meets, Iran war hobbles power to shape oil market

OPEC+ ministers are meeting to discuss increasing oil production quotas to combat surging prices, which have doubled since Strait of Hormuz was effectively blocked by conflict. However, analysts believe geopolitical realities and dwindling supply mean any output increases will have limited impact on global prices.

The Economic Times

Russia's oil major says US companies benefit from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin stated that American energy companies are benefiting most from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He believes the United States is altering global energy markets to serve its own interests. Sechin also noted that the OPEC+ group has weakened due to member withdrawals. He warned…

The Economic Times

Rosneft Chief Says US Energy Firms Gain From Strait Of Hormuz Closure Amid Global Oil Disruption

The comments came at Russia's flagship economic forum as governments and energy producers continue to grapple with supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.

International Business Times

Iran Peace Hopes and Weak China Oil Demand Hammers Crude Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Friday closed down -2.50 (-2.69%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0076 (+0.25%). Crude oil prices settled sharply lower on Friday amid hopes of a US-Iran peace settlement that would allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Also, Friday's rally...

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Crude Prices Fall on Iran Peace Hopes and Weak China Oil Demand

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is down -1.86 (-2.00%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0202 (+0.66%). Crude oil prices are under pressure today, amid hopes of a US-Iran peace settlement that would allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Also, today's rally in the...

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Current price of oil as of June 5, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

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Crude Prices Retreat on Hopes US-Iran Peace Deal is Near

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Thursday closed down -2.98 (-3.10%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.0933 (-2.98%). Crude oil prices settled sharply lower on Thursday amid hopes that the announced ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon could lead to a US-Iran peace plan that allows the...

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Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Knocks Crude Oil Prices Lower

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is down -3.25 (-3.38%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is down -0.1117 (-3.57%). Crude oil prices are falling sharply today amid hopes that the announced ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon could lead to a US-Iran peace plan that allows the reopening of...

Fortune

Current price of oil as of June 4, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

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Fresh Clashes Between the US and Iran Boost Crude Oil Prices

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Wednesday closed up +2.26 (+2.41%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed down -0.0127 (-0.40%). Crude oil prices rallied to a 1.5-week high on Wednesday and settled sharply higher as clashes between the US and Iran cast doubt on prospects for a peace...

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Crude Oil Prices Gain on Middle East Peace Doubts

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is up +1.80 (+1.93%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0155 (+0.49%). Crude oil prices are moving sharply higher today, posting a 1.5-week high as clashes between the US and Iran cast doubt on prospects for a peace deal that would...

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Current price of oil as of June 3, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

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Crude Oil Prices Rally on US-Iran Peace Uncertainty

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Tuesday closed up +1.60 (+1.74%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0596 (+1.83%). Crude oil prices settled sharply higher on Tuesday amid uncertainty over when the US and Iran will agree to a peace deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Crude...

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Oil Prices Slide on Improved US-Iran Peace Prospects

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) today is down -0.29 (-0.31%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) is up +0.0390 (+1.26%). Crude oil prices are under pressure today on improved prospects for a peace deal between the US and Iran. President Trump said negotiations with Iran are continuing "at a...

Fortune

Current price of oil as of June 2, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

The Economic Times

Oil rally may fuel stagflation concerns, though AI remains market's key driver: Arnab Das

Renewed Middle East tensions are driving oil prices higher, fueling inflation and economic growth concerns. Despite market optimism, significant challenges remain in resolving issues with Iran, and markets may not have fully priced in potential disruptions, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz.

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Oil Prices Soar as Iran Halts US-Iran Ceasefire Negotiations

July WTI crude oil (CLN26 ) on Monday closed up +4.80 (+5.49%), and July RBOB gasoline (RBN26 ) closed up +0.0503 (+1.66%). Crude oil prices on Monday rallied sharply after Iran's Tasnim news agency reported that Iran's government said in a statement that it halted the exchange of messages with...

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