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Oil prices fall over 1% as Iran-Qatar talks raise hopes of diplomatic progress
Brent and West Texas Intermediate fell more than 7% as traders bet diplomacy could curb supply disruptions and ease a $27-a-barrel risk premium, Goldman Sachs said.
- On Monday, Brent crude futures fell 1.4% to $111.84 a barrel, marking a technical market pullback after recent price gains.
- Diplomatic consultations between Iran and Qatar, now in their third day, have eased immediate tensions, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi describing the talks as "ongoing and progressing."
- OPEC+ members confirmed Sunday that December production targets remain steady, while KCM Trade analyst Tim Waterer noted the price dip reflects a "technical pullback" after recent market strength.
- US West Texas Intermediate crude also retreated, falling $1.56 to $102.56 a barrel, down from the six-month high reached at the end of October.
- Market analysts warn that escalating rhetoric regarding Iran could drive Brent prices toward $120 after the US midterm elections.
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