US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities inject uncertainty into a weakening global economy. Downgraded growth forecasts from major financial institutions are now threatened by potential oil price surges and trade disruptions stemming from escalating conflict. Analysts anticipate further escalation and rising inflation, compounded by looming tariff deadlines, posing significant economic risks.
Oil Price Today (July 3): Crude oil heads for 4th weekly loss on Hormuz traffic, US-Iran talks. Where is liquid gold headed?
Brent crude hovered near the $71-a-barrel mark after briefly dipping below that level in the previous session, while US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) traded
July 3, 2026