Oil prices fell on Wednesday as concerns over rising U.S. crude stockpiles and a potential escalation in the U.S.-China trade war weighed on market sentiment, despite renewed efforts by U.S. President Trump to curb Iranian crude exports. Market Movement Brent crude futures dropped 66 cents (-0.87%) to $75.54 per barrel …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise as Trump Tariffs Fuel Supply Concerns
Oil prices climbed on Monday as U.S. President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, raising fears of potential supply disruptions. However, concerns over a broader trade war limiting global economic growth capped gains. Key Oil Price Moves: Brent crude futures rose 1.03% to $76.45 per barrel (0933 …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise Amid Dip Buying but Face Weekly Losses on Tariff Concerns
Oil prices edged higher in Asian trade on Friday, benefiting from dip buying, but remained on track for their second consecutive week of losses. Investors remained cautious over trade tariffs under U.S. President Donald Trump, which could disrupt global demand, particularly in China. Brent crude (March contract): +0.4% at $77.21 …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Lower Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns and OPEC+ Meeting Awaited
Oil prices remained relatively stable on Thursday, as investors braced for potential U.S. tariffs on Mexico and Canada, the largest suppliers of crude oil to the United States, and awaited the OPEC+ meeting scheduled for February 3. Brent crude futures: -$0.07 (-0.09%) at $76.51 per barrel U.S. crude futures: +$0.02 …
Read More »Oil Prices Steady as Markets Brace for Tariffs, Await OPEC+ Meeting
Oil prices remained little changed on Thursday, as markets assessed the impact of U.S. tariffs on Canada and Mexico, while awaiting the upcoming OPEC+ ministerial meeting. Brent crude futures fell 7 cents (-0.09%) to $76.51 per barrel. U.S. crude futures inched up 2 cents (+0.03%) to $72.64 per barrel by …
Read More »Oil Prices Decline as U.S. Stockpiles Rise, Libya Supply Fears Ease
Oil prices fell on Wednesday, pressured by a build-up in U.S. crude inventories and reduced concerns over Libyan supply disruptions. Investors are also closely monitoring potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian and Mexican oil imports. As of 0916 GMT: Brent crude futures declined $0.59 (-0.76%) to $77.90 per barrel. U.S. West …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Higher, Set for Weekly Decline Amid Trump’s Energy Policies and Market Caution
Oil prices saw a modest rise on Friday but remained poised for weekly losses as markets reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive energy policies and ongoing global economic concerns. Market Performance Brent Crude Futures: Up 0.4% to $78.61 per barrel, down nearly 3% for the week. West Texas Intermediate …
Read More »Oil Prices Hold Steady Amid Uncertainty Over Trump’s Tariffs and Energy Policies
Oil prices showed little movement on Thursday, holding onto most of the losses from the previous session as uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs and energy policies cast a shadow over global economic growth and energy demand. By 1315 GMT, Brent crude futures edged up 18 cents to …
Read More »Gold Prices Gain as Dollar Weakens, Traders Eye Trump’s Policies
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Tuesday, bolstered by a weaker U.S. dollar, as market participants turned their focus to policy uncertainties stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Gold Shines as a Safe Haven Amid Policy Uncertainty Spot gold rose 0.3% to $2,727.39 per ounce, while February …
Read More »Gold Steadies Near One-Month High Amid Rate Uncertainty and Trump Policies
Gold prices hovered near a one-month high during Asian trading hours on Friday, driven by investor uncertainty over U.S. interest rate policy and the incoming administration of President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, industrial metals like copper gained ground, buoyed by robust economic data from China. Gold Gains on Dollar Weakness and …
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