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Wealthy investors seek oil and gas assets, but bargains are scarce

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC

What happened

The Iran war and the AI boom have created a crowded market for mineral rights and other energy assets.

Key facts

  • Reported by CNBC and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:59:11 UTC.

Why it matters

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