West Texas Intermediate & Hang Seng Index
84 shared events · Importance 15 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026
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West Texas Intermediate is a crude oil benchmark whose price movements can indirectly influence the Hang Seng Index through broader market sentiment and economic factors, but there is no direct commercial or structural relationship.
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices slid by more than 15% after the ceasefire agreement, dropping below $100 a barrel, indicating a decrease in market tension.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index rose 3.1 percent, contributing to the overall positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude prices surged due to increased geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, reflecting higher demand or supply concerns.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng index experienced a loss, reflecting a downturn in the Hong Kong stock market.
Jun 07, 2026 · 12 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices sank significantly due to the ceasefire and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index surged following the ceasefire announcement.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index>>> dipped significantly as Asian stock markets reacted negatively to the renewed Middle East tensions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Added 34 cents to $84.84 a barrel, contributing to inflation and market pressure.
Hang Seng Index: Lost 0.6% to 25,289.88, pressured by energy costs and inflation.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have also been affected by the US-Iran conflict, experiencing volatility and price increases due to supply concerns related to the Strait of Hormuz.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index>>> dipped significantly as Asian stock markets reacted negatively to the renewed Middle East tensions.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices also rose, mirroring the positive trend seen in Brent crude and suggesting strength in the oil market.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng index consistently declined, indicating a negative trend in the Hong Kong stock market.
May 18, 2026 · 22 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Fell 1.6% to $85.63 per barrel, reflecting similar pressures.
Hang Seng Index: Declined 2.1% to 25,465.23, pressured by global bond market jitters.
Aug 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: At $85.10 per barrel, reflecting similar upward pressure from sanctions and supply risks.
Hang Seng Index: Lost 0.3%, in line with regional declines.
Aug 25, 2026 · 6 articles
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.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng was trading 0.9% higher at 25,408.96, reflecting general positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Jun 01, 2026 · 9 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.2%, showing relative resilience amid regional declines.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI declined over 4% following a 6% gain, mirroring Brent's retreat.
Hang Seng Index: Hang Seng fell 1.0%, reflecting Asian market weakness.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI rose to $83.78, mirroring Brent's gains due to the Hormuz closure.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng fell 1.1%.
Aug 11, 2026 · 27 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Rose to near $90 per barrel.
Hang Seng Index: Edged higher in some sessions, supported by Chinese tech stocks; less impacted.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
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.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng showed modest gains, but later lost ground, indicating a mixed performance compared to other Asian markets.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: The prospect of a peace deal between the United States>>> and Iran>>> has led to a significant drop in West Texas Intermediate>>> prices, indicating market relief over potential oil supply stability.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 1.2%, reflecting positive market sentiment.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices have also risen sharply, reflecting the impact of the conflict on US oil markets.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng has been affected by the conflict and regional tensions.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude eased to around $85.64, reflecting similar supply concerns and profit-taking after recent gains.
Hang Seng Index: Hang Seng fell 2.1%, pressured by tech and geopolitical concerns.
Aug 24, 2026 · 13 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude edged down to about $75 a barrel, reflecting stable oil prices amid geopolitical uncertainty.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng declined 1.7% on August 6.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude has also risen to multi-week highs, reflecting the same supply concerns and impacting energy markets.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 1.1%, one of the world's bigger moves.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude fell about 1% to trade below $69 per barrel, providing support to market sentiment due to easing crude oil prices.
Hang Seng Index: China — Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index edged higher, showing a positive trend in the China — Hong Kong market.
Jul 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices shed 47 cents, reflecting the broader decline in oil prices.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index lost 0.4%, showing a slight decline in the China — Hong Kong market.
Jun 08, 2026 · 9 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude fell roughly 3 percent to $85 per barrel, contributing to the overall positive market sentiment for equity indices.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng index rose 0.35%, indicating a positive performance.
Jun 12, 2026 · 52 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate is a benchmark crude oil, whose price fluctuations reflect market uncertainty and the economic impact of the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index gained 0.3%, showing a mixed performance in Asian markets following the US strikes.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
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.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index dropped 1.4%, being an outlier in the global market rallies.
Jun 24, 2026 · 57 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.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained despite global market uncertainty.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng index was 0.8% lower, showing a decline in China — Hong Kong's stock market.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI rose above $85, adding to inflation pressures.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng rose 0.1%, bucking the regional trend.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 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.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's HANG SENG INDEX fell, indicating a negative reaction in its market despite global optimism.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
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.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index rose, indicating positive performance in Hong Kong stocks, partly due to gains in the chipmaking sector.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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