Brent Crude Drops 3.83% to $100.5 Amid U.S.-Iran Negotiation Talks

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Oil prices declined on Wednesday, with Brent crude futures falling 3.83% to $100.5 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures decreasing 3.22% to $89.39 per barrel. This drop followed comments by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding negotiations with Iran, despite Iran denying direct talks. Goldman Sachs noted the current situation reflects significant volatility in oil markets, driven by geopolitical risks and low inventories. The bank's base case anticipates normalization of oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz by April.