GoKawiilOil slides over 4% as Iran diplomacy raises hopes of supply relief
Brent and WTI crude both dropped more than 4% in early trading as negotiators pursued renewed diplomatic talks with Iran, with Reuters reporting a draft proposal circulating after discussions in Doha. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Trump would prefer a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, though he noted the U.S. retains military options if needed.
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The price drop suggests markets are pricing in reduced odds of a supply disruption from an escalating conflict, even as Goldman Sachs maintains elevated forecasts of $105 Brent and $94 WTI for December citing continued disruption risk. The divergence between spot price moves and bank forecasts highlights how uncertain the situation remains, with any breakdown in talks potentially reversing the rally quickly.
- Brent and WTI crude fell over 4% amid renewed U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts
- Reuters reports a draft proposal is circulating after talks in Doha
- Goldman Sachs still forecasts $105 Brent and $94 WTI for December citing disruption risk
Source: cnbc.com — Leonie Kidd, 2026-11-02
Published there as: “Crude prices slide as investors brace for a big week”
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