Oil Extends Gains as Hormuz Deal Remains Elusive: Markets Wrap

Oil Extends Gains as Hormuz Deal Remains Elusive: Markets Wrap

By Anand Krishnamoorthy
Publication Date: 2026-08-09 22:11:00

Oil extended its gains in early Monday trading as Iran rejected talks with the US and a deal to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz remained elusive.