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Oil Prices Rise on Red Sea Tensions

Global oil prices climbed as US-Iran tensions raised concerns about disruptions to Middle East supply routes, with Brent above $90 and WTI in the low- to mid-$80s as markets fret over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Gasoline and diesel prices remain elevated and are expected to stay high even if crude prices ease, aided by tight refining margins, China’s reduced imports, and regional capacity constraints that limit domestic buffering.

Jul 25, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Prices Fall as Iran Pauses Attacks, Talks Push

Oil prices fell more than 4% on Friday as China pushed to restart US-Iran peace talks, though Brent and WTI were still on track for substantial weekly gains amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, supply risks, and reduced Strait of Hormuz traffic. Traders noted optimism about possible diplomatic progress alongside warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump and actions by Iran and Yemen’s Houthis, including a naval blockade and shipping disruptions in the Red Sea.

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Jul 27, 2026

Energy Sector

Oil Rises on Middle East Tensions, Markets Eye Yields

WTI crude prices remain volatile as supply disruptions and Middle East tensions keep a risk premium, with charts hovering around the low-to-mid 80s and potential moves toward resistance levels such as 91.25 per barrel. Diplomatic developments with Iran, possible sanctions relief, and OPEC+ production decisions could steer prices either lower on increased supply or higher on geopolitical risk, sustaining market volatility amid demand concerns.

Jul 27, 2026

Energy Sector

Vivakor Plans 300k Bbl/Month Crude Deals; $700M Annual

Vivakor announces four recurring physical crude oil transactions that lift marketed volumes to 300,000 barrels per month (3.6 million annually) and an estimated $289 million in annualized commercial activity, with trading across the Cushing and Midland hubs. When added to existing programs, total recurring commercial activity reaches about $709 million annually and 8.1 million barrels of marketed crude oil, signaling expanded integration of marketing with its transportation, terminaling and storage assets.

Jul 21, 2026

Oil & Gas

Petra Financial Advisors Expands Portfolio Across ETFs, Stocks

Petra Financial Advisors Inc. expanded its portfolio in Q1 by initiating positions or increasing stakes across several securities, including 13,757 shares of the Invesco Dorsey Wright Developed Markets Momentum ETF (PIZ), 13,640 shares of Fidelity Enhanced Small Cap ETF (FESM), 53,350 shares of AllianceBernstein National Municipal Income Fund (AFB), 2,929 shares of Marathon Petroleum (MPC), and 6,509 shares of Valero Energy (VLO). The moves were part of broader activity in multiple funds and stocks as other institutions also adjusted their holdings in these securities.

AFB MPC

Jul 22, 2026

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Oil Prices Rise on Red Sea Tensions

Oil Prices Fall as Iran Pauses Attacks, Talks Push

Oil Rises on Middle East Tensions, Markets Eye Yields

Vivakor Plans 300k Bbl/Month Crude Deals; $700M Annual

Petra Financial Advisors Expands Portfolio Across ETFs, Stocks

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