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For the first time in months, global crude prices hit the $100 mark on Wednesday…

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Original report: Islamic Republic News AgencyOriginal publication Sep 9, 2026, 10:56 AM UTCEditorial policy

Islamic Republic News AgencySep 9, 6:56 AM ET

For the first time in months, global crude prices hit the $100 mark on Wednesday, fueled by mounting Middle East tensions and investor fears that the war on Iran will persist. That level represents an increase of about %40 compared to prices just before the attack on Iran began.

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