Oil Prices Rise Amid Strait of Hormuz Tension

Why it matters locally: Ohio consumers and businesses dependent on fuel costs—including manufacturers, transportation companies, and households—may face higher energy expenses if elevated oil prices persist.

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Oil prices increased on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange after conflict prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. crude oil increased 6.4% to $87.88 per barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, climbed 6.5% to $96.25 per barrel.