EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 2 MIN
General News Update — April 17, 2026 2 PM Eastern
from Clockwise US News
Clockwise General News — Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a massive drop in oil prices and sending Wall Street soaring to new highs today. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. Oil prices plummeted over 10% after Iran's announcement, allowing commercial vessels safe passage through the vital waterway. This significantly eases fears over global energy supplies. The S&P 500 climbed 1.
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Clockwise General News — Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a massive drop in oil prices and sending Wall Street soaring to new highs today. This is Clockwise general news, 2 PM Eastern. Oil prices plummeted over 10% after Iran's announcement, allowing commercial vessels safe passage through the vital waterway. This significantly eases fears over global energy supplies. The S&P 500 climbed 1.
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