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Brent Crude & Nikkei 225

65 shared events · Importance 30 · Last updated May 15, 2026

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Brent Crude is a global commodity benchmark that has no direct commercial or structural relationship with the Nikkei 225 index.

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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices plunged by more than 15% following the ceasefire announcement, falling below $100 a barrel, reflecting reduced geopolitical risk.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 jumped 5.4 percent, indicating a strong positive reaction in Asian markets to the ceasefire.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices dropped significantly due to the ceasefire and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 surged significantly in response to the ceasefire and falling oil prices.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
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International
Brent Crude: The price of Brent Crude has risen significantly due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing conflict, reflecting the global energy crisis.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index soared due to growing optimism about the end of the Iran war and a surge in demand for AI-related tech stocks.
Apr 27, 2026 · 80 articles
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Business
Brent Crude: Brent Crude lost 66 cents to $107.11 a barrel, remaining elevated due to the war with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 edged up less than 0.1% as Asian shares traded mixed.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices fell significantly due to optimism for a United States-Iran peace deal, relieving pressure on global economies.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 crossed 62,000 for the first time, indicating strong performance in Asian markets.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures rose due to renewed hostilities in the Middle East, reaching over $100 a barrel, indicating increased inflation concerns.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 rose this week, although it experienced a slight fall on Friday due to SoftBank shares.
May 08, 2026 · 10 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures rose significantly due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing conflict, reaching over $105 a barrel.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 fell, erasing earlier gains, as the country is a major oil importer and is negatively affected by rising energy costs.
May 11, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude surged over 4% due to uncertainties surrounding the Iran war and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, reaching $105.57 per barrel.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 experienced a slight fall but has risen over 10% in the past month, supported by technology stocks and AI interest despite the Iran war.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices climbed 90 cents to $105.11 a barrel and later by $1.30 to $105.51 a barrel, significantly impacted by the war with Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 showed a mixed performance, adding 0.7% and 0.6% in early trading, reflecting some positive sentiment despite broader anxieties.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices inched down but remained elevated due to the war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, contributing to inflation.
Nikkei 225: Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 edged up 0.8%, reflecting positive sentiment in the Asian market.
May 13, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent crude prices climbed due to the stalled U.S.-Iran talks and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting concerns about global energy supply.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 fell, reflecting a general retreat in Asian stocks.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures rose significantly due to the fragile Gulf truce and Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, indicating inflationary pressures.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 ended lower after an initial jump, reflecting broader market uncertainty due to the geopolitical tensions.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices surged significantly due to the supply disruption caused by the Iran war and the halted maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index experienced volatility, reaching a record high of 60,013.98 before retreating, reflecting investor uncertainty.
Apr 15, 2026 · 59 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices were trading higher due to the ongoing Iran war and supply losses from the Strait of Hormuz.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index was up 0.3% and briefly reached an all-time intraday record, supported by robust corporate results.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
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Business
Brent Crude: The price of Brent Crude rose, influenced by the ongoing Iran war and concerns about oil supplies.
Nikkei 225: In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 gained 0.7%.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures are little changed but remain elevated, contributing to global inflation worries.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 reached a new all-time peak, partly due to AI-linked demand boosting earnings for Japanese firms.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices rose significantly due to increased geopolitical risk and potential supply disruptions.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index saw a slight decline amidst mixed stock market performance, influenced by broader geopolitical uncertainties.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures rose due to concerns over Middle East supply and restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, indicating market sensitivity to the geopolitical tensions.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 lingered either side of flat, reflecting market unease about the ceasefire.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices have been highly volatile due to the conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade, reflecting market uncertainty and supply disruptions.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 index led a strong rally across Asian stocks, fueled by optimism surrounding the US-Iran peace talks.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices rose by 0.93% to USD 105.2 per barrel due to uncertainty surrounding the West Asia conflict.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 index quoted higher despite global sentiment.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Brent Crude: Brent Crude, the global oil benchmark, rose nearly 1% to USD 106.48 per barrel, contributing to the rupee's weakness.
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 benchmark ended lower.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent crude prices increased due to supply concerns related to the Iran war and the depletion of global oil inventories.
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 experienced a slight decline after reaching an intraday record, influenced by corporate results.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices have been highly volatile, surging due to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and falling on hopes for a peace deal, reflecting the significant impact of the conflict on global energy markets.
Nikkei 225: Japanese stocks, including the Nikkei 225, hit a record high on heightened optimism about the US-Iran ceasefire and talks.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
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International
Mar 03, 2026 · 14 articles
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International
Feb 28, 2026 · 358 articles
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Feb 24, 2026 · 6 articles
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Domestic
Feb 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: The Nikkei 225 rose more than 4% as trading in Asia began, reflecting the positive market sentiment following the ceasefire agreement.
Apr 08, 2026 · 34 articles
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International
Nikkei 225: Japan's Nikkei 225 gained by 4.5-5% after the ceasefire deal, reflecting a positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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