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news El Financiero 2026-04-08

Oil prices plummet after US-Iran ceasefire deal

Oil futures dropped sharply, while US stock indexes rose following Donald Trump's announcement to suspend attacks on Iran, provided Tehran accepts a two-week ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Global markets reacted positively to the reported ceasefire.

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