Event Brief
U.S. crude falls below $100 after Trump Iran talks remark
Filed: May 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: U.S. crude prices dropped below $100 per barrel after Trump said Iran talks are in the final stages.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump said U.S. negotiations with Iran are in the final stages, after which U.S. crude fell below $100 per barrel.
WHEN: May 20, 2026 at 12:55 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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