United States • 2026-04-26 18:44

'Upward pressure' on oil prices amid Iran war 'likely to continue': Chevron CEO

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  • Category: United States
  • Language: EN
  • Published: 2026-04-26 18:44 UTC
  • Sources: The Hill

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth said upward pressure on oil prices amid the US conflict in Iran is likely to continue due to significant supply being taken out of the system.

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