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world El Financiero 2026-04-02

Trump's Threats to Iran Disrupt Oil Prices, Crude Surpasses $106

US President Donald Trump's warning of a potential war with Iran sent shockwaves through the global energy market, pushing oil prices above $106 per barrel. The move was seen as a negative for the stock market, with stocks and bonds falling after Trump's comments, while the dollar strengthened as a safe-haven asset. The oil price surge was triggered by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil transport route, and concerns over a prolonged conflict's impact on economic growth.


El mensaje de Donald Trump sobre la guerra con Irán impactó negativamente en el sector energético y disparó los precios del petróleo. <p>El precio del petróleo subió, mientras que las acciones y los bonos cayeron después de que el presidente <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mundo/2026/04/01/donald-trump-asegura-que-atacara-fuerte-a-iran-en-las-proximas-dos-semanas-y-que-esta-cerca-de-vencer-al-ejercito-islamico/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mun...

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