Energy & climate

Brent Crude Plummets to $100.45; WTI at $94.81

On 5/7, Brent closed approximately 8% lower at $100.45/bbl with WTI at $94.81. Risk premiums compressed as markets priced in normalized Strait of Hormuz operations contingent on Iran peace talks.

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