Massive fire and heavy smoke reported at HF Sinclair (DINO) refinery in Oklahoma, via Local Media

The reported fire at the HF Sinclair refinery in Oklahoma raises concerns over potential supply disruptions in the energy sector.

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US issues fresh Iran related sanctions; targets include entities in Hong Kong

18:58

As Pakistan positioned itself as a diplomatic conduit between Tehran and Washington, it quietly allowed Iranian military aircraft to park on its airfields, potentially shielding them from American airstrikes, according to CBS citing sources

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Massive fire and heavy smoke reported at HF Sinclair (DINO) refinery in Oklahoma, via Local Media

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Coinbase (COIN) CEO Armstrong is scheduled to speak at the Senate GOP Steering lunch on Wednesday, according to Punchbowl citing sources

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CRUDE WRAP: WTI (M6) SETTLES USD 2.65 HIGHER AT 98.07/BBL; BRENT (N6) SETTLES USD 2.92 HIGHER AT 104.21/BBL

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Such incidents can lead to immediate price reactions in crude oil and refined products, as traders assess the scale of impact on production capacity. Keep an eye on market response, as safety concerns may also drive investor sentiment towards energy stocks and commodities.

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