Crude Oil Prices Fall as Trump Halts US Response on Iran; Brent Below $65

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Moneycontrol•15-01-2026, 10:38
Crude Oil Prices Fall as Trump Halts US Response on Iran; Brent Below $65
- •Crude oil prices declined after US President Donald Trump indicated a temporary halt to an attack on Iran.
- •Brent crude fell by up to 2.9% to below $65 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate was near $60.
- •Trump's statement about Iran stopping protester killings reduced the likelihood of immediate US military retaliation.
- •Despite the price drop, the situation in Iran remains volatile, with airspace closures and US military redeployments.
- •Analysts predict Brent could test up to $75, but a decline might follow once the geopolitical situation stabilizes.
Why It Matters: Crude oil prices fell due to Trump's de-escalation signals on Iran, despite ongoing regional volatility.
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