Oil Gains Persist Amid US Futures Slip Due to Iran Conflict

Published on 6/2/2026

Oil Gains Persist Amid US Futures Slip Due to Iran Conflict

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Oil prices remain stable despite mixed signals from US futures, which have shown a decline amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran ceasefire continues to affect investor sentiment, leading to losses in Asian share indices such as the Nikkei and KOSPI which have recently hit record highs. Speculation around oil supply disruptions may further influence market behavior. The overall market remains volatile as investor reactions to geopolitical tensions fluctuate.

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