{"id":69938,"date":"2026-10-23T06:05:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T06:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/en-ca\/uncategorized\/brent-oil-hits-114-as-us-iran-tensions-escalate\/"},"modified":"2026-10-23T06:05:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T06:05:22","slug":"brent-oil-hits-114-as-us-iran-tensions-escalate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/en-ca\/analysis\/brent-oil-hits-114-as-us-iran-tensions-escalate\/","title":{"rendered":"Brent Oil Hits $114 as US\u2013Iran Tensions Escalate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/img_6adac5f3d359f.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Points<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brent crude oil has climbed to approximately <strong>$114<\/strong> per barrel following escalating US\u2013Iran tensions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renewed geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East has increased fears of potential disruptions to oil production.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Initial support sits around <strong>$114.20\u2013$114.30<\/strong>, with resistance near <strong>$114.833\u2013$115.00<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The psychological <strong>$120<\/strong> level could attract attention if further escalation supports a sustained rally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traders are assessing whether the recent rally is driven by temporary geopolitical fears or the possibility of sustained supply disruptions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Market Move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brent oil has climbed above <strong>$114<\/strong>, with the latest session showing a sharp advance from <strong>$113.60\u2013$113.80<\/strong> before prices consolidated near <strong>$114.50<\/strong>. Buyers then recovered from a pullback towards <strong>$114.20\u2013$114.30<\/strong>, leaving the latest price at <strong>$114.578<\/strong>, slightly above the nine-period moving average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The advance comes amid renewed concern over US\u2013Iran tensions and the security of energy shipments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udd0a Oil prices are climbing again after fresh attacks in Saudi Arabia and no diplomatic breakthrough in either the Middle East or Ukraine. Today&#39;s Reuters Morning Bid podcast looks at why energy markets remain under pressure <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/VltXj6XRvv\">https:\/\/t.co\/VltXj6XRvv<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/DmTV0z87Ca\">pic.twitter.com\/DmTV0z87Ca<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Reuters (@Reuters) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Reuters\/status\/2113242742146916686?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">October 22, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> For oil traders, the key question is whether heightened shipping risks will translate into lasting supply losses. Geopolitical uncertainty can lift prices quickly, but maintaining those gains may require evidence that fewer barrels are reaching buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Traders Are Watching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Strait of Hormuz remains central to the outlook as it connects major Gulf producers with global markets. Roughly <strong>20 million barrels per day<\/strong> passed through the strait in <strong>2024<\/strong>, equivalent to around <strong>20% of global petroleum liquids consumption<\/strong>. This baseline illustrates the potential impact of disruption to the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Higher crude prices also drive up inflation. More expensive fuel can raise transport and production costs, while a persistent increase could influence inflation expectations. These expectations then affect the monetary policy response to oil shocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Futures were under pressure as escalating concern about Mideast conflict pushed oil futures higher, spurring inflation fears with US midterm elections less than two weeks away <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/IZ5xCMoNWz\">https:\/\/t.co\/IZ5xCMoNWz<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Bloomberg (@business) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/business\/status\/2113295576557121994?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">October 22, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A sustained energy rally could therefore complicate the case for lower US interest rates. At the same time, higher fuel bills could weaken household spending and business activity, leaving policymakers to assess both inflation pressure and growth risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Trading Levels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN -->\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n  <div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n  <div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tradingview.com\/symbols\/UKOUSD\/?exchange=VANTAGE\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span class=\"blue-text\">UKOUSD chart<\/span><\/a><span class=\"trademark\">&nbsp;by TradingView<\/span><\/div>\n  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-advanced-chart.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"allow_symbol_change\": true,\n  \"calendar\": false,\n  \"details\": false,\n  \"hide_side_toolbar\": true,\n  \"hide_top_toolbar\": false,\n  \"hide_legend\": false,\n  \"hide_volume\": false,\n  \"hotlist\": false,\n  \"interval\": \"D\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"save_image\": true,\n  \"style\": \"1\",\n  \"symbol\": \"VANTAGE:UKOUSD\",\n  \"theme\": \"dark\",\n  \"timezone\": \"Etc\/UTC\",\n  \"backgroundColor\": \"#0F0F0F\",\n  \"gridColor\": \"rgba(242, 242, 242, 0.2)\",\n  \"watchlist\": [],\n  \"withdateranges\": false,\n  \"compareSymbols\": [],\n  \"support_host\": \"https:\/\/www.tradingview.com\",\n  \"studies\": [],\n  \"width\": 900,\n  \"height\": 500\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/div>\n<!-- TradingView Widget END -->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Level<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Role<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Significance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$120.00<\/td><td>Psychological reference<\/td><td>Broader upside level if the rally extends materially beyond $115.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$114.833\u2013$115.00<\/td><td>Main near-term resistance<\/td><td>Combines the displayed high with the next round-number barrier.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$114.60\u2013$114.70<\/td><td>Nearby resistance<\/td><td>Upper area of the consolidation following the initial surge.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$114.20\u2013$114.30<\/td><td>Initial support<\/td><td>Recent pullback zone where buyers returned.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$114.00<\/td><td>Intermediate support<\/td><td>Round-number reference within the earlier advance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>$113.54\u2013$113.70<\/td><td>Lower support zone<\/td><td>Includes the displayed low of $113.542 and the base preceding the rally.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UKOUSD is holding near the upper part of the visible range, although buyers have yet to establish a fresh breakout. Sustained trading above <strong>$114.60\u2013$114.70<\/strong> would bring the displayed high of <strong>$114.833<\/strong> and the <strong>$115.00<\/strong> barrier into closer focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the downside, <strong>$114.20\u2013$114.30<\/strong> marks the most recent area where selling attracted renewed demand. Losing this zone would suggest a deeper retracement towards <strong>$114.00<\/strong>, with the earlier <strong>$113.54\u2013$113.70<\/strong> base becoming relevant if selling continues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bullish and Bearish Setups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/img_6adac5f4e2863.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Scenario<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Confirmation to Watch<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Potential Levels<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bullish continuation<\/td><td>A sustained break above $114.70, followed by a test of $114.833\u2013$115.00<\/td><td>$115 initially; $120 becomes relevant if a broader advance develops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bearish retracement<\/td><td>A break below $114.20 and a failed attempt to reclaim $114.20\u2013$114.30<\/td><td>$114.00, followed by $113.70\u2013$113.54<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>bullish scenario<\/strong> depends on UKOUSD breaking above <strong>$114.70<\/strong> and holding that level, which would suggest buyers are gaining control after the recent consolidation. A sustained move <strong>beyond $115<\/strong> could support a broader advance, with <strong>$120<\/strong> becoming a longer-range reference if supply concerns intensify. A failed breakout followed by a decline below <strong>$114.20<\/strong> would weaken this outlook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>bearish scenario<\/strong> would gain strength if UKOUSD falls below <strong>$114.20<\/strong> and struggles to recover above <strong>$114.20\u2013$114.30<\/strong>. This would suggest the recent support zone is turning into resistance, potentially exposing <strong>$114.00.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Disclaimer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The price levels and market scenarios above reflect the author\u2019s interpretation of the supplied 15-minute chart at the time of writing and do not represent financial advice or an official recommendation from VT Markets. Traders should conduct their own analysis and manage risk carefully.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">UKOUSD Prediction: What&#8217;s Next?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UKOUSD could extend its advance if US\u2013Iran tensions intensify, shipping delays worsen or confirmed damage reduces oil production and exports. Prices could retreat if negotiations improve, shipping conditions stabilise or supply proves more resilient than feared. An unexpected increase in US crude inventories could also weigh on sentiment, particularly if accompanied by signs of weaker fuel demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next catalysts are developments involving the US and Iran, evidence of changes in physical oil flows and upcoming US inventory data. The EIA normally releases its Weekly Petroleum Status Report on Wednesdays at <strong>10:30 a.m. US Eastern time<\/strong>, so traders should closely monitor this as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trade UKOUSD with VT Markets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oil markets remain sensitive to geopolitical developments, energy supply changes and economic data. For traders following UKOUSD, monitoring these developments alongside technical price levels can help provide context for changing market conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With VT Markets, traders can access oil CFDs and respond to market movements through both long and short positions, depending on their market outlook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">VT Markets provides access to trading platforms including MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Web Trading and the VT Markets App, alongside charting tools and market analysis resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/trade-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">live account<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VT Markets<\/a> and explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/energies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oil CFDs<\/a> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Frequently Asked Questions<\/summary>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is UKOUSD?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UKOUSD is a Brent crude oil cash CFD quoted in US dollars. It provides exposure to Brent price movements without ownership or delivery of physical oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is Brent oil trading above $114?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The latest chart shows UKOUSD at <strong>$114.578<\/strong>, against a backdrop of heightened US\u2013Iran tensions and concern over the reliability of Middle East oil shipments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Could UKOUSD reach $120?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further escalation or sustained supply losses could support additional gains. However, buyers first need to overcome <strong>$114.833\u2013$115.00<\/strong>. The <strong>$120<\/strong> level remains a conditional psychological reference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What support levels should traders watch?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Initial support sits around <strong>$114.20\u2013$114.30<\/strong>, followed by <strong>$114.00<\/strong> and the lower <strong>$113.54\u2013$113.70<\/strong> zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What could cause oil prices to fall?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diplomatic progress, more reliable shipping, stronger supply or weaker demand could reduce upward pressure. Inventory data could also change expectations for market tightness.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\r\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Start trading now \u2014 click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vtmarkets.com\/en-ca\/trade-now\/\">here<\/a> to create your real VT Markets account.<\/b>\n\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brent oil is trading above $114 as escalating US\u2013Iran tensions raise concerns over Middle East oil supplies. 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