Why oil prices (temporarily) ended the West Asia conflict
- Posted on July 5, 2026
- By Financial Express
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Why oil prices (temporarily) ended the West Asia conflict
Crude oil prices have dropped sharply to $72 following a US-Iran MOU. While high prices boost short-term exporter revenue, long-term spikes threaten oil demand by accelerating the global shift toward electric vehicles and alternative energy.