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Oil tumbles as stock futures rise after Middle East fighting is paused

Brent crude fell back to about $85 a barrel, lifting risk sentiment reflected in firmer stock futures.

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WSJ Markets reports that oil slid sharply, with Brent crude back to about $85 a barrel.

The same report says stock futures moved higher following a decision by President Trump to put Middle East fighting on hold, signaling improved near term sentiment for markets.

Latest closeWTI crude $90.47 ▼1.9%|Brent $98.38 ▼2.3%

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WSJ MarketsStock Market Today: Oil Tumbles, Stock Futures Jump After Trump Puts Mideast Fighting on Hold

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