Aramco shares rise to record high as oil tops $100 for first time since 2014

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Brent crude topped $100 a barrel for the first time since 2014, exacerbating concerns that a war in Europe could disrupt global energy supplies.

Shares of Aramco are up for a third consecutive day and have gained more than 16% year to date. Saudi Arabia’s benchmark index was down 2.2% in afternoon trade.

($1 = 3.7517 riyals)