Oil slides as Trump plays down further Iran strikes

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Oil prices fell after President Trump downplayed the prospect of further US strikes on Iran, with crude steadying at its lowest since August. Trump said there was "positive momentum" toward ending the Iran war, following calls with regional leaders and a meeting with Qatar's prime minister. Markets weighed optimism over diplomatic efforts against continuing risks: attacks on Saudi Arabia and fresh incidents involving tankers in the Strait of Hormuz still highlighted threats to Middle Eastern supplies. The drop in crude helped equity indices shrug off Nvidia's share decline, with lower oil prices cited as one support for the rally in US stocks.

Why it matters：Crude prices drive inflation, central-bank expectations and energy earnings, so any sign that Middle East hostilities may ease ripples quickly through global markets.

Key points

  • Oil had slumped to its lowest level since August before steadying.
  • Attacks on Saudi Arabia and tanker incidents in the Strait of Hormuz kept supply-risk concerns alive.
  • Trump's comments came after calls with regional leaders and a meeting with Qatar's prime minister.

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