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Oil Drops on US-Iran Peace Deal as Crude Risk Premium Evaporates

Key Takeaways -CL-OIL fell sharply, trading near $78.97, as hopes for a US-Iran peace deal eased geopolitical tensions. -WTI futures dropped 5.7% and Brent fell 5%, reflecting lower perceived supply disruption risk. -US crude inventories declined 9.12 million barrels, marking the eighth consecutive weekly draw. -Resistance sits near $79.14, while support holds at $78.41, with $78.00 as a deeper downside reference. -Oil price direction will depend on the signing of the peace deal, Strait of Hormuz reopening, and inventory recovery. Oil prices fell sharply after the US and Iran reached a preliminary peace framework, signaling a potential end to nearly four months of conflict. WTI crude dropped around 5.7% to $80.07, while Brent fell 5% to $82.96. Lower oil prices reflected the reduced risk premium as traders priced in reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and easing geopolitical concerns. Natural gas also retreated, with the Dutch TTF contract down 6.1% to €43.91 per megawatt hour. Geopolitical Impact The Strait of Hormuz remains central. President Trump indicated that it would reopen on Friday, alongside lifting the US naval blockade on Iranian ports. While this provides temporary relief, markets remain cautious until the deal is formally signed and shipping flows stabilize. Mine removal, port repairs, and logistic delays could prevent immediate normalization. Supply Data and Technical Setup US crude stocks fell by 9.12 million barrels, surpassing expectations for a 4.0 million-barrel draw. Gasoline inventories declined 1.19 million barrels. CL-OIL is trading below short-term moving averages (MA5: 78.87, MA10: 79.14, MA20: 79.14), reflecting near-term technical pressure. Resistance is at $79.14 and $80.84, while support holds at $78.41 and the psychological level of $78.00. A breach above resistance may signal stabilization, while a drop below support could bring further downside toward $77.50. Trading Outlook Traders should monitor the formal signing of the US-Iran peace deal, Strait of Hormuz shipping conditions, and weekly inventory updates. While the peace framework lowers the crude risk premium, tighter supply from declining US stockpiles and seasonal demand could provide intermittent support. Short-term volatility is likely to persist, with price reacting to both geopolitical news and macro supply data. Learn how US-Iran developments and inventory trends are influencing WTI and Brent crude in this article.

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2026-06-15 09:02:32 (GMT)

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