Yen strengthens after Japan official warns of ‘decisive action’
Traders have also speculated that government may intervene in crude oil markets
Economic news
Read More
Oil price rises past $116 as Iran conflict worsens
Prices for Brent crude rise 3 per cent during early trading in Asia
Donald Trump says US could ‘take the oil in Iran’
US president tells the FT he is considering seizing strategic Kharg Island even as negotiations continue
Oil prices rise past $115 as conflict escalates
Prices for Brent crude rose 2.9 per cent during early trading in Asia
Oil price rises past $115 as Iran conflict worsens
Prices for Brent crude rose 2.9 per cent during early trading in Asia
Avoid energy protectionism, UK chancellor will tell G7 allies
Partners urged to ‘act together’ and not ‘weaken collective resilience’ as nations grapple with Strait of Hormuz closure