US-Iran ceasefire brings oil below US$100

By Dhara Hariya ยท

What happened. On 7-8 April 2026 a two-week US-Iran ceasefire was announced; Brent crude fell sharply below US$100 and global equities rose.

Why it matters for investors. The reaction illustrated how closely markets were tracking the conflict. The truce was temporary, and later events showed that supply risks had not been resolved.

Event date: 7-8 Apr 2026. Source: Reuters; Brent crude price data.

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