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Hedge Funds Hike Bullish Oil Bets to May High as Iran War Flares

Friday, September 4, 2026


Hedge funds increased their bullish positions on Brent crude to the highest level since May, according to market data. The increase occurred amid military escalation between the United States and Iran. The Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant portion of global oil passes, is located in the region where the tensions are occurring.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-09-04/hedge-funds-hike-bullish-oil-bets-to-may-high-as-iran-war-flares

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