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Trump’s pledge not to strike Iran before midterms fails to soothe oil markets

Oil climbs as Trump's promise not to hit Iran before the midterms stirs brief market relief but fails to calm traders.

By · Published October 8, 2026  22:27 UTC · Updated October 8, 2026  22:27 UTC

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WTI crude settled $3.21 higher at $91.49 a barrel, a 3.6% gain, while Brent rose $4.30 to $104.50, up 4.3%. The dollar‑yen slipped in New York trading, and U.S.

Treasury yields moved lower. Together the comments appeared to dampen the earlier oil rally and shift sentiment toward cautious optimism.

No outlet provided quantitative forecasts for future contracts, and analysts have not detailed how long the rally may persist if the pledge holds. The timing of any potential Iranian response remains unaddressed, leaving market participants watching the election calendar for further cues.

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What immediate market moves followed the pledge not to strike Iran?

WTI rose $3.21 to $91.49 per barrel, Brent gained $4.30 to $104.50, the dollar‑yen fell in New York, and U.S. Treasury yields slipped.

How are traders reacting to Trump’s Iran rhetoric according to the coverage?

Bloomberg says traders are tuning out the rhetoric, the Wall Street Journal notes a modest oil lift tied to the pledge, and NBC News reports the statement failed to soothe markets.

What uncertainties remain about oil prices after the pledge?

Analysts have not offered forecasts for future contracts, and the timing of any Iranian response or potential strike was not addressed, leaving markets focused on the election timeline.

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