Iran War: Oil Hits 4-Year High on Report US Mulls Military Options | The Opening Trade 4/30/2026

Brent oil rallied to a four-year high after Axios reported that US President Donald Trump will receive a briefing on new military options for action in Iran, signaling the potential for fresh escalation in the Middle East. Stocks steadied as some positive news on earnings helped to counter inflation concerns triggered by oil’s jump to the highest since the Iran war began. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe. With analysis you won't find anywhere els...