“Since everything relies on petroleum in our economy, for good or ill, if the cost of petroleum goes up, then everything else goes up as well."

World oil prices surged past $95 a barrel as US-Iran strikes intensify, impacting global markets. Get the latest on crude futures and market reactions.

Crude oil rises above $100 per barrel due to the Iran war. New all-time high by December 31 at 17.5% YES.

Brent crude prices surpass $100 a barrel amid escalating tensions in West Asia, signaling potential further increases ahead.

Brent crude oil prices exceed $100 amid Iran conflict. New all-time high by December 31 at 19.5% YES.