The Iran War Is Shaking Up Another Type of Oil
The conflict over the Strait of Hormuz is sending the price of cooking oils to highs not seen since 2022.
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As the conflict in the Persian Gulf shakes up energy markets, it’s also upended trading in another type of oil.