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Oil drops more than $2 despite new US sanctions on Iran - REUTERS

AUGUST 25, 2026

Summary

  • U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new sanctions on Iran.
  • Iran's president called for a diplomatic solution.
  • Morgan Stanley expects Brent crude to peak at $100 per barrel in the fourth quarter.
  • Oil prices fell more than 2% as investors took profits following recent gains.

Oil Market

Oil prices declined by more than $2 per barrel on Monday as investors locked in profits after the recent rally and largely shrugged off new U.S. sanctions against Iran.

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