Both WTI and Brent crude oil prices fell by $0.70 in the short term, while futures for the three major U.S. stock indices rose sharply, with S&P 500 futures extending gains to 1% and Nasdaq futures rising 1.3%. Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia has

2026-09-17

Both WTI and Brent crude oil prices fell by $0.70 in the short term, while futures for the three major U.S. stock indices rose sharply, with S&P 500 futures extending gains to 1% and Nasdaq futures rising 1.3%. Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia has requested Oman to mediate a two-week ceasefire with the Houthi rebels.