Middle East tensions send oil futures soaring as traders scramble for cover

SCMP | Oct. 7, 2024, 3:59 a.m. | Original
Middle East tensions drive oil futures to their largest gain in a year, with traders rushing to buy call options amid fears of supply disruptions.
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