Daily Market Updates: Oil prices jump after Red Sea tanker attack claims

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Oil prices jump after Red Sea tanker attack claims

Brent crude pushed above $98 while bond yields were reported to be near 2026 highs.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Energy

Oil prices rose sharply after claims that Houthi forces attacked Red Sea tankers, according to WSJ Markets.

The report said Brent crude climbed to above $98.

The same update noted bond yields were hovering near 2026 highs, tying higher energy prices to a broader risk for rates.

Latest closeWTI crude $87.52 ▲3.1%|Brent $94.43 ▲3.8%

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WSJ MarketsStock Market Today: Oil Prices Jump After Houthis Claim Attacks on Red Sea Tankers

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