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Oil falls as International Energy Agency forecasts supply glut next year after U.S.-Iran deal

Oil declines as Mideast peace prospects rise following U.S.-Iran deal.

Oil falls as International Energy Agency forecasts supply glut next year after U.S.-Iran deal

TL;DR

  • Oil prices declined following a reported U.S.-Iran deal to end the Middle East war.
  • President Trump threatened to resume attacks if Iran fails to honor the agreement.
  • The International Energy Agency predicts a supply glut next year due to expected higher supply volumes.
  • Despite lower prices, oil remains above pre-conflict levels, and inventories need replenishment.