The former president says that merchants see a bleak economic future for Iran because of rising prices, lack of investment,lower oil revenues and the elimination of price controls.

VOA: standard.2010.07.20

Rising oil prices are also likely to be discussed, along with President Obama's plans to reduce America's reliance on foreign suppliers.

VOA: standard.2009.06.02

After rising steadily since last week, oil prices dipped for a second consecutive day amid reports of growing U.S.crude inventories.

VOA: standard.2009.08.05