Brent Crude & Scott Bessent
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Brent Crude: Brent Crude>>> futures prices rose due to ongoing concerns over tight global supply and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, despite the waiver's intent to stabilize markets.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the US Treasury Secretary, announced and justified the extension of the sanctions waiver, emphasizing its role in stabilizing global crude markets and aiding vulnerable nations.
May 18, 2026 · 12 articles
International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices hit $83.07 per barrel due to the Middle East crisis, reflecting the instability in global energy markets.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the United States Secretary of the Treasury, announced the 30-day waiver for India to purchase Russian oil, emphasizing India's role as an essential partner.
Mar 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude>>> prices were down on Thursday, trading below $92 a barrel, but could rise to $150 if the Strait of Hormuz>>> remains shut.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, is exploring ways to use frozen Iranian assets to aid Gulf allies, indicating a strategic financial move by the US.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Brent Crude: Brent crude prices have risen sharply due to the Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global inflation and economic outlook.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, reassured about the temporary nature of the sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
Domestic
Brent Crude: Brent Crude, as an international benchmark crude oil, saw its price rise significantly during the conflict, directly influencing the cost of gasoline. Its fluctuations are a key factor in the debate over pump prices.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, warned producers and refiners of potential administrative action if pump prices do not decline sharply.
Apr 20, 2026 · 25 articles
International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures dropped, potentially easing some pressure on Japan's import costs, though the fundamental drivers of Japan — Japanese yen weakness persist.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, met with Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama, and they agreed on taking bold steps on currencies if needed.
Apr 20, 2026 · 50 articles
International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices are influenced by global geopolitical events and supply disruptions, with its trading upwards reflecting market volatility and anxieties over supply bottlenecks.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, had previously indicated that the US waiver would not be renewed, though a short-term extension was later issued.
May 18, 2026 · 21 articles
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