Brent crude up over 3 percent
The price of a barrel of Brent crude rose by more than 3% to reach $107.51 during Asian trading hours, after U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to halt hostilities for seven days and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz. West Texas Intermediate crude also increased by 2.1%, reaching $94.32, adding pressure on inflation rates.
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