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Oil Prices Volatile Amid US-Iran Tensions and Ukraine-Russia Stalemate.

Feb 18, 2026, 10:21 PM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Historically, geopolitical fears have led to higher oil prices; previous spikes due to conflict often benefit USO.

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Oil prices have shown extreme volatility due to fluctuating geopolitical tensions, initially declining with eased U.S.-Iran relations, only to surge over 4% amid renewed conflict fears in the Middle East. Such conditions are likely to keep USO and related assets in play for investors.

  • Oil prices fell initially on eased U.S.-Iran tensions.
  • Renewed geopolitical concerns caused a spike of over 4%.
  • Middle East conflict fears are influencing market volatility.
  • Market sentiment remains sensitive to global political developments.

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