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West Texas Intermediate & Australia

45 shared events · Importance 8 · Last updated Aug 22, 2026

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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude oil prices have surged due to the intensifying Middle East conflict and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz>>>, reflecting tightening global energy supplies.
Australia: The Australian market is trading sharply lower, influenced by global negative cues and concerns about the Middle East conflict's impact on commodity prices and overall economic stability.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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Domestic
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices tumbled due to optimism about a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal, which could lead to increased supply.
Australia: Australia's economy expanded less than expected in Q1 2026, and its services and composite PMI slipped into contraction, indicating a slowdown in economic growth.
May 18, 2026 · 69 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have spiked due to the conflict and the effective shuttering of the Strait of Hormuz>>>, reflecting the market's reaction to supply concerns.
Australia: The Australian stock market is trading higher, influenced by global cues and showing gains in various sectors, though energy stocks are generally lower due to easing oil prices.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have risen significantly due to the disruption of oil shipments caused by the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
Australia: The Australian stock market is trading higher, influenced by global cues and showing gains in various sectors, though energy stocks are generally lower due to easing oil prices.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of West Texas Intermediate>>> fell $1.35, indicating a decrease in U.S. crude oil prices.
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 picked up, but lagged regional gains due to mixed economic data, including an unexpected decline in employment and a rise in unemployment.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (WTI) was 2.8% higher at $89.76 a barrel, influenced by the same geopolitical factors affecting Brent crude.
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 lost 0.1%, indicating a slight negative performance in contrast to other Asian markets.
Jun 01, 2026 · 9 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: Added 34 cents to $84.84 a barrel, contributing to inflation and market pressure.
Australia: S&P/ASX 200 rose slightly, showing some resilience despite regional declines.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
Australia: Australia's central bank has raised interest rates in response to the Iran war, indicating the global reach of the conflict's economic impact.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude has also risen to multi-week highs, reflecting the same supply concerns and impacting energy markets.
Australia: Considering building domestic refining capacity in response to supply disruptions.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices shed 47 cents, reflecting the broader decline in oil prices.
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 experienced a slight loss.
Jun 08, 2026 · 9 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude also fell, contributing to lower inflation expectations and a weaker dollar.
Australia: S&P/ASX 200 rose, showing resilience.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
Australia: Australia's market declined modestly, with the country affected by global trade and oil price dynamics.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI has risen to three-week highs above $85, reflecting supply fears. Higher oil prices are a key market impact.
Australia: Considering building domestic refining capacity in response to supply disruptions.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
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unfocused
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. benchmark crude oil advanced $1.10, reflecting the general increase in oil prices.
Australia: The Australian stock market experienced mixed trading sessions, influenced by global cues and domestic economic data, with various sectors showing gains and losses.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude edged down to about $75 a barrel, reflecting stable oil prices amid geopolitical uncertainty.
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 gained 0.5%, bucking the regional trend, possibly due to commodity strength.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices also rose significantly, impacting US energy markets and consumers.
Australia: Australia experienced fuel rationing due to supply disruptions, affecting its economy.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have climbed as a result of the escalating conflict and supply concerns, reflecting the broader impact on global oil markets.
Australia: Australia>>> joined a joint statement condemning Iran>>>'s attacks, demonstrating international diplomatic pressure.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose to $84.68, reflecting supply disruption fears.
Australia: Australia, as a major diesel importer, faces fuel price increases and supply risks due to the Strait of Hormuz closure and Russian diesel export halt.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: Fell on hopes for U.S.-Iran deal.
Australia: S&P/ASX 200 rose on global optimism.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices also fell, mirroring the decline in Brent Crude, as supply concerns eased after the accord to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 shed value, contrasting with the gains in other Asian markets.
Jun 24, 2026 · 57 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) was down, trading close to pre-Iran war levels, reflecting stabilization in oil markets.
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 edged up, showing a marginal positive performance in its market.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices extended gains due to uncertainty surrounding Middle East peace talks and regional instability.
Australia: Australia's economy slowed in the March quarter due to data center investments and imports, though its currency remained steady.
Jun 03, 2026 · 97 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude dropped over 5% to around $84 per barrel, tracking Brent lower on the US-Iran pause. The decline eases inflationary pressures but remains vulnerable to supply disruptions.
Australia: Australia — Australian dollar rose; NAB commented on oil prices.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
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Business
West Texas Intermediate: Rose to near $90 per barrel.
Australia: S&P/ASX 200 slightly lower.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
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International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures fell, which could offer some relief to Japan's import costs, but the overall impact on the Japan — Japanese yen's weakness is limited.
Australia: Australia's market analyst provided commentary on the potential for Japan — Japanese yen intervention based on U.S. jobs data.
Apr 20, 2026 · 50 articles
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Apr 02, 2026 · 39 articles
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Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
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