Oil market eases after Iran deal, stock market hits record high

18 June, 2026, 05:00 pm

Last modified: 18 June, 2026, 05:01 pm

Oil market eases after Iran deal, stock market hits record high

18 June, 2026, 05:00 pm

Last modified: 18 June, 2026, 05:01 pm

Oil prices are falling again on the global market after the signing of an interim peace deal between the United States and Iran. The deal has greatly reduced the uncertainty in the energy market that had been caused by months of war and tension.

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