Saudi raises Arab Light crude to record premium as Iran war disrupts markets

 Saudi Arabia has significantly increased its crude oil prices for Asian buyers amidst escalating Middle East tensions. This move, as global energy flows face disruption, sees Arab Light crude set at a record premium. Meanwhile, threats and counter-threats between the US and Iran have pushed oil prices well above $100 per barrel, impacting fuel costs worldwide. Saudi Arabia has significantly increased its crude oil prices for Asian buyers amidst escalating Middle East tensions. This move, as global energy flows face disruption, sees Arab Light crude set at a record premium. Meanwhile, threats and counter-threats between the US and Iran have pushed oil prices well above $100 per barrel, impacting fuel costs worldwide.