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Oil prices rebound about 1 as Middle East deal signals tight supplies ahead

Economy
Published on 7 May 2026
Oil prices rebound about 1 as Middle East deal signals tight supplies ahead

Peace talks may start easing, but shipments lag behind

Oil prices jumped about 1 after sharp losses as investors tracked Middle East peace prospects. Analysts expect supplies to stay tight even if a deal is reached, because shipments would need time to restart. The rise is also supported by falling U.S. crude and fuel inventories and the approach of peak summer demand.

  • Oil rebounded after a sharp selloff on Thursday
  • Investors are watching Middle East peace deal developments closely
  • Supply tightness may persist due to delayed shipment restart
  • Declining U.S. inventories and summer demand underpin prices
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