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Oil price extends its rise to almost 3% and is once again trading above 100 dollars a barrel

Portafolio Journalist 05.12.2026 07:04 Updated: 05.12.2026 07:04

Oil price extends its rise to almost 3% and is once again trading above 100 dollars a barrel

TL;DR

  • Brent crude for July delivery rose nearly 3% to over $107 a barrel.
  • US-Iran peace negotiations remain stalled.
  • The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.
  • US President Trump described Iran's peace proposal response as 'unacceptable'.
  • Trump also warned that the ceasefire with Iran, in place since April 8, is 'incredibly fragile'.
  • West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude also increased by 2.93% to $100.94 a barrel.