West Texas Intermediate & China
65 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Jul 06, 2026
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices sank significantly due to the ceasefire and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
China: China, as Iran's largest trading partner, quietly used its influence to help find a path toward a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
China: China's factory activity expanded due to stockpiling, but it is also a source of global trade imbalances and faces pressure from G7 nations regarding its industrial policies.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: US West Texas Intermediate crude futures also fell significantly, mirroring the market's reaction to the US-Iran interim deal and the improved global supply outlook.
China: China has welcomed the interim agreement and urged for the swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the stability of global industrial and supply chains. Its foreign minister, Wang Yi, has called for continued efforts towards peace and stability in the Middle East.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices also declined following the OPEC+ decision and improved supply outlook.
China: Lower Chinese crude imports contributed to the pressure on oil prices.
Mar 09, 2018 · 100 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have also fallen to pre-war levels, reflecting the improved outlook for oil supply following the partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
China: China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, has seen its seaborne crude oil imports drop, contributing to the global oil market's oversupply as it draws down inventories.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices fell significantly after the US and Iran signed an interim agreement, signaling increased oil supply and easing concerns about the Strait of Hormuz closure.
China: China, as a major buyer of Iranian oil, is mentioned in the context of sanctions waivers. Concerns about China's economy are also noted as a factor weighing on oil prices.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude oil prices edged higher due to delays in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, providing a slight counter-trend to the overall market downturn.
China: China's role in the U.S.-China summit and its non-intervention in the Gulf War influenced crude oil prices, which in turn affected global market sentiment.
May 18, 2026 · 33 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude futures also rose significantly after the blockade announcement, reflecting similar market reactions to potential supply disruptions.
Dec 16, 2025 · 33 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude futures gained following the news of the Skipper (tanker) seizure, reflecting market concerns about oil supply.
Dec 10, 2025 · 8 articles
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