U.S. API Cushing crude stocks fell 331,000 barrels in the week to Sept. 4, prior +150,000 barrels.

Middle East analyst Luciano Zaccara said that despite ongoing mediation, Iran and the US appear unwilling to return to negotiations. He said both sides have declared they will retaliate if attacked, creating a self-perpetuating cycle of reprisals with no end in sight. Zaccara added that stepped-up sanctions and a maritime blockade appear insufficient to achieve Trump's aim of strangling Iran's economy, and that direct attacks on vessels and oil facilities have also become an additional pressure tool.

蘋果(AAPL.O)：Apple Watch Series 12和Apple Watch Ultra 4今日開啓預購，並將於9月18日上市。