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Oil nears $100 a barrel as Middle East tensions fuel inflation fears ahead of interest-rate decision
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points Oil prices are rising, approaching $100 per barrel. Further information on this situation can be found through the New York Post, which has reported on the oil price movement and its connection to inflation fears and the upcoming interest-rate decision.
Tensions in the Middle East are contributing to concerns about inflation. This development is happening ahead of a decision on interest rates.
Oil prices are rising, approaching $100 per barrel. The increase is linked to the tensions in the Middle East.
Further information on this situation can be found through the New York Post, which has reported on the oil price movement and its connection to inflation fears and the upcoming interest-rate decision.
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Category: News Published: September 8, 2026 Source: New York Post Reading time: 1 min
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