Oil surges past $108 as Saudi pipeline shutdown and Houthi strikes roil markets
Brent crude oil prices have surged past $108 per barrel following supply disruptions caused by Houthi strikes in Saudi Arabia and a halt in Libyan production. This 20% monthly increase reflects growing geopolitical instability in key oil-producing regions.
Why it matters
Rising oil prices threaten to increase global inflation and energy costs, impacting economic recovery and consumer purchasing power.
Brent crude has risen around 20% this month as Houthi strikes…
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