'Geopolitical developments remain a key swing factor, with the market hopeful that high-level discussions between major powers could help ease Iran-related tensions and provide clearer signals on energy flows,' says the energy department

Brent crude dropped below US$97 a barrel after both sides said talks had made progress.

'Geopolitical developments remain a key swing factor, with the market hopeful that high-level discussions between major powers could help ease Iran-related tensions and provide…

Markets are breathing a sigh of relief that the shaky US-Iran ceasefire survived the long weekend and progress is being made on a potential deal to end the war.

Global oil prices are sliding as US-Iran ceasefire talks advance, raising hopes for lower petrol prices in Nigeria. Get the latest on crude oil market impa