Crude prices surged as markets priced in acute supply risks from escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, attacks on Gulf shipping, and precautionary Gulf of Mexico shut-ins ahead of Hurricane Isaias. The move tightens near-term oil balances and lifts energy risk premia, with spillovers to European gas on LNG transit concerns. Gold firmed modestly amid hawkish Fed minutes, while base metals were mixed.
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International oil prices surged on Thursday as traders weighed rising shipping risks in the Persian Gulf and mounting U.S.-Iran tensions, alongside the potential impact of Hurricane Isaias on U.S. energy infrastructure. Brent crude futures climbed 4.5% to $104.73 a barrel. WTI crude futures rose 4.4% to $91.41 a barrel.