"Market Speculation: Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions"
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Oil traders are making significant bets on $250 oil, with record levels of bullish options amid geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran. Despite trading down on Tuesday due to the U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy and additional sanctions on Iran, oil prices remain near $90 per barrel for Brent crude. The market is now awaiting Israel's response to Iran's attack to determine the risk premium for crude oil.
Topics:business#energy-markets#geopolitical-tensions#iran-israel-conflict#oil-prices#oil-traders#options-contracts
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