Crude oil futures rose sharply after Israel rejected a ceasefire offer in Gaza, reinforcing concerns of a wider Middle East conflict. The recent bombing of Rafah by Israeli forces in Gaza has also boosted crude prices. Geopolitical tensions, particularly between the US and Iran, have been a key source of …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise Amid Stable US Production Outlook
Steady US Production Forecasts Boost Oil Market Confidence Oil prices saw a modest uptick on Wednesday, fueled by optimistic projections regarding the stability of US oil production growth over the coming years. This positive outlook has helped alleviate concerns surrounding potential oversupply in the market, providing some relief to investors …
Read More »Oil climbs as traders digest geopolitical developments
Oil prices climbed by nearly a dollar per barrel on Monday, on concerns that Middle Eastern tensions and Russia’s escalating invasion of Ukraine could limit world supplies.Brent crude prices closed at $78.22 per barrel, up 66 cents (0.9%), while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures settled at $72.78 per barrel, …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, February 2
Gold is -0.85% down, trading around $2037 per ounce at the time of writing, obviously impacted by the rallying US dollar following surprise NFP reading on Friday.European equities gained after the US Nonfarm Payrolls reached a one-year high, pushing investors further away from rate cut expectations. The pan-European STOXX600 index …
Read More »Despite weekly gains, oil slightly lower on China demand concerns
Despite a minor decline on Friday, oil prices saw a weekly increase as Middle East tensions and interruptions to oil production outweighed worries about the Chinese and worldwide economies. A barrel of Brent futures ended the day 54 cents lower at $78.56. West Texas Intermediate oil dropped 67 cents to …
Read More »Oil rises in light of the escalation of conflict in the Middle East and tankers diverting their course
Oil prices experienced a slight uptick on Tuesday, driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Ship tracking data indicated an increased number of tankers diverting away from the Red Sea following attacks by Yemen’s Houthi movement in the region. Brent crude futures saw a rise of 12 cents, approximately …
Read More »Oil struggles for direction amid geopolitical tensions
WTI is in the red territory after losing -0.39% on Monday, hovering around $72.50. The fundamentals for crude oil are still weakening, and output is still going strong worldwide. The supply routes between Europe and Asia are still being impeded by the Houthi rebels. Earlier on Monday, US crude oil …
Read More »Explainer: Does Angola’s exit mean looming rupture of OPEC?
The majority of analysts interpret Angola’s recent withdrawal from OPEC as a hint that further Chinese investment is welcome. As part of a strengthening of long-standing relations, Beijing may be able to invest more in Angola’s oil and other sectors as a result of the country’s decision to exit OPEC. …
Read More »Oil Retreats After Angola Exits OPEC
Oil futures declined on Thursday after Angola announced its decision to leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). The move seemingly stirred investors’ hopes there would be more supply as the African country previously voiced opposition to the group’s recent decisions, including the one on production cuts.WTI intiallt …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap, December 11-15
Last week was ideally key central banks’ week, it is poised to be followed by a relatively quiet week ahead. It was practically a big week for US stocks. US StocksThe Fed’s indication that it may lower interest rates three times in 2024 caused the stock market to surge higher …
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