Brent crude rises on Strait of Hormuz uncertainty
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Strait of Hormuz
August 7, 2026
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Brent crude settled at US$83.55 a barrel, up 1.3%. Market remains anxious over negotiations regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and Oman are discussing potential transit fees for vessels.
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