Energy prices surge, stocks and gold fall amid escalation

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Oil prices jumped about 5% after reported attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz.

WHO: reported attacks on ships

WHAT: Oil prices surged about 5% after reported attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz

WHEN: May 4, 2026 at 8:51 PM ET

WHERE: Strait of Hormuz

WHY: No specific cause was reported.

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