Commodities
Oil Surges Past $90 as Houthis Threaten Saudi Red Sea Exports
Oil prices surged past $90 per barrel after Yemen's Houthi rebels declared a maritime blockade on Saudi vessels, threatening Red Sea exports. Brent crude rose 1.8% to $90.85, while WTI gained 1.8% to $83.97. Saudi Arabia has increased Yanbu exports to 4 million b/d, with 2.5 million b/d at risk from Houthi action.