Energy Markets
Early trade: Oil prices jump $1 after Iran launches missiles against Jordan
The oil prices rose for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, rising'more than $1' in the early trade after Iran launched new attacks on U.S. assets - in the Gulf as the war between Washington and Tehran continues to spread across the region. Brent crude futures were up $1.57 or 1.6% to $99.49 per barrel at 0001 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate Crude was $94.63 per barrel, up $1.60 or 1.72 %. Brent crude prices have increased by 25% since early August, as the hopes of a 'permanent resolution' to a six-month old war faded. In retaliation to a 'U.S....