Oil prices fall below $100 as U.S.-Iran tensions keep traders focused on Strait of Hormuz risks

CNBCMay 7, 2026 at 11:57 AM1 min read

Oil prices fell Thursday, as investors continue to assess the latest developments in the Middle East amid concerns over renewed tensions between Iran and the U. S.

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