Oil set for weekly gain on signs of tight supply, China comeback
2 years ago

Oil set for weekly gain on signs of tight supply, China comeback

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Oil headed for the biggest weekly gain since early October on signs of tightening supply and the prospect for improved Chinese demand, despite downward pressure from interest-rate hikes. There are indications that Russian flows to Asia are dipping because of the price cap, while the International Energy Agency predicted this week that oil prices could rally next year as sanctions squeeze the nation’s supply. China’s rapid dismantling of its Covid Zero policy has prompted optimism over the long-term outlook for demand, although the near-term outlook is uncertain as virus cases surge. Consumption may recover as early as the second quarter of next year, according to Vitol Group’s Asia Head Mike Muller.

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Oil rises from two-month highs on optimism ove
1 week, 5 days ago

Oil rises from two-month highs on optimism ove

Live Mint  

By Florence Tan SINGAPORE - Oil prices extended their gains on Friday after closing at their highest in more than two months in the previous session on hopes governments across the world may increase policy support to revive economic growth that would lift fuel demand. Factory activity in Asia, Europe and the U.S. ended 2024 on a soft note as …

Oil Climbs in Year’s First Session With US Stockpiles in Focus
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1 week, 6 days ago

Oil Climbs in Year’s First Session With US Stockpiles in Focus

Live Mint  

Oil began 2025 by rising to the highest level since November, boosted by a report of shrinking crude stockpiles in the US and bullish technical indicators. A report from the American Petroleum Institute showed inventories fell by 1.4 million barrels last week, a sixth straight draw if confirmed by government data later Thursday. It’s the fourth straight session of gains, …

Oil rises as investors return from holidays, eye China recovery
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1 week, 6 days ago

Oil rises as investors return from holidays, eye China recovery

Live Mint  

By Florence Tan SINGORE, - Oil prices nudged higher on Thursday, the first day of trade for 2025, as investors returning from holidays cautiously eyed a recovery in China's economy and fuel demand following a pledge by President Xi Jinping to promote growth. Traders are returning to their desks and probably weighing higher geopolitical risks and also the impact of …

Oil logs weekly gain in holiday-thinned trade on low US crude stock, China stimulus outlook; Brent sits at $74/bbl
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Oil logs weekly gain in holiday-thinned trade on low US crude stock, China stimulus outlook; Brent sits at $74/bbl

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International crude oil prices settled more than one per cent higher in the previous session, logging a weekly gain in low trading volume ahead of year-end. Back home, crude oil futures settled 0.17 per cent higher at ₹6,045 per barrel on the multi-commodity exchange. -US crude oil inventories fell by 4.2 million barrels in the week ended December 20 as …

Oil prices steady as weekly rise expected amid China's economic recovery hopes
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Oil prices steady as weekly rise expected amid China's economic recovery hopes

Hindustan Times  

Oil prices were little changed on Friday but were set for a weekly rise amid optimism economic stimulus efforts will prompt a recovery in China, the world's biggest oil importer. With hopes that economic stimulus initiatives will spur a resurgence in China, the world's largest oil importer, oil prices were little altered on Friday but were expected to climb weekly. …

Stocks hit, dollar slips in illiquid year-end profit taking
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Stocks hit, dollar slips in illiquid year-end profit taking

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By Alden Bentley, Naomi Rovnick and Ankur Banerjee NEW YORK/LONDON/SINGAPORE -U.S. stocks wrapped up Christmas week on Friday with retracements of double-digit uptrends, and, alongside the dollar to a smaller degree, succumbed to profit taking in illiquid markets heading into the last weekend of 2024. "I’ve heard anecdotes that pension funds are rebalancing ahead of year-end, selling stocks and buying …

Oil spikes 1% in holiday-thinned session over China stimulus outlook; Brent hits $74 in rangebound trade
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Oil spikes 1% in holiday-thinned session over China stimulus outlook; Brent hits $74 in rangebound trade

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International crude oil prices rose almost one per cent on Thursday, December 26, in a holiday-thinned trading session driven by hopes for additional fiscal policy stimulus in China, the world's biggest oil importer, and supported by an industry report showing a decline in US crude inventories. Crude oil trades higher in holiday-thinned session -According to news agency Reuters, Chinese authorities …

Oil prices ease on surplus concerns, dollar strength
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Oil prices ease on surplus concerns, dollar strength

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By Nicole Jao NEW YORK -Oil prices edged lower on Monday in thin trade ahead of the Christmas holiday on concerns about a supply surplus next year and a strengthened dollar. Macquarie analysts projected a growing supply surplus for next year, which will hold Brent prices to an average of $70.50 a barrel, down from this year's average of $79.64, …

Oil sheds 3% in 5 days on US Fed rate cut outlook, weak Chinese demand; Brent slips below $73/bbl
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Oil sheds 3% in 5 days on US Fed rate cut outlook, weak Chinese demand; Brent slips below $73/bbl

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International crude oil prices settled little changed in the previous session after markets weighed weak Chinese demand and fewer interest rate-cut expectations by the US Federal Reserve after recent prints of US inflation. -The US dollar retreated from a two-year high but was heading for a third consecutive week of gains after data showed cooling US inflation two days after …

Oil climbs as Assad's fall brings more uncertainty to Middle East
1 month ago

Oil climbs as Assad's fall brings more uncertainty to Middle East

The Hindu  

Oil prices climbed on Monday after the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime introduced greater uncertainty to the Middle East, although the gains were capped by a waning demand outlook for the coming year. "But Saudi Arabia's price reductions and OPEC+'s production cut extension last week underscored weak demand from China, indicating the market may soften toward year-end," he …

Oil reports weekly loss on oversupply fears despite OPEC+ output extension; Brent down over 2% in 5 days
1 month, 1 week ago

Oil reports weekly loss on oversupply fears despite OPEC+ output extension; Brent down over 2% in 5 days

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International crude oil prices fell by more than one per cent in the previous session to report a weekly loss after analysts projected a supply surplus next year on weak demand despite the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies 's recent decision to delay the oil output hikes till April 2025 and extend the deep production cuts to …

Oil Steady After OPEC Once Again Delays Plan to Restore Output
1 month, 1 week ago

Oil Steady After OPEC Once Again Delays Plan to Restore Output

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-- Oil was steady after OPEC ’s decision to push back the revival of shuttered production by another three months failed to lift sentiment in a market that’s expected to suffer from a glut next year. “OPEC has given a robust indication that it continues to be willing to balance the oil market,” Morgan Stanley analysts including Martijn Rats said …

Oil Stabilizes Ahead of OPEC Supply Meeting as Volatility Drops
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1 month, 1 week ago

Oil Stabilizes Ahead of OPEC Supply Meeting as Volatility Drops

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-- Oil was little changed as traders watched for clues on OPEC ’s supply plans ahead of a key meeting this Thursday. “Despite the ongoing cross-currents we’ve hit a fair value that looks sticky for the short-term” with Brent at current levels, said Chris Weston, head of research for Pepperstone Group. “For now, the oil market is happy to massage …

Oil settles down as ease of supply risks drives weekly loss
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Oil settles down as ease of supply risks drives weekly loss

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By Nicole Jao NEW YORK -Oil prices edged lower on Friday and posted a weekly decline of more than 3%, pressured by easing concern over supply risks from the Israel-Hezbollah conflict and the prospect of increased supply in 2025 even as OPEC is expected to extend output cuts. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures fell 72 cents, or 1.05%, to …

Oil Little Changed in Thin Trading After OPEC Delays Meeting
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Oil Little Changed in Thin Trading After OPEC Delays Meeting

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-- Oil was steady as traders watched for any further clues to OPEC ’s production plans after it delayed a key virtual meeting by four days. Prices have been buffeted by fluctuating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, waning demand in top importer China and concerns whether President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming policies could affect supply from Russia and Iran. “The …

China crude oil imports set for November rebound, but it’s price not demand: Russell
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China crude oil imports set for November rebound, but it’s price not demand: Russell

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By Clyde Russell LAUNCESTON, Australia, Nov 21 - China's crude imports are on track to rebound in November to the highest in three months, but the increasing appetite of the world's largest oil importer is more about price than rising demand. Crude oil arrivals may reach around 11.4 million barrels per day this month, the most since August and the …

Oil rises after investors weigh escalation of Russia-Ukraine war amid rise in US crude stock; Brent at $73
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Oil rises after investors weigh escalation of Russia-Ukraine war amid rise in US crude stock; Brent at $73

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International crude oil prices were steady on Wednesday, November 20, as the escalating war between major oil producer Russia and Ukraine offset a rise in US crude and gasoline stocks. Back home, crude oil futures last traded 0.56 per cent lower at ₹5,825 per barrel on the multi commodity exchange. This has put geopolitical risk back in the market However, …

Oil sheds 5% in five days on subdued China demand, slow pace of US Fed rate cuts; Brent sits 2% lower to $71
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Oil sheds 5% in five days on subdued China demand, slow pace of US Fed rate cuts; Brent sits 2% lower to $71

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International crude oil prices settled down more than two per cent in the previous session as investors fretted about weaker Chinese oil demand and a potential slowing in the pace of US Federal Reserve interest rate cuts after the latest macroeconomic data. Back home, crude oil futures settled 1.86 per cent lower at ₹5,660 per barrel on the multi commodity …

Dollar set for big weekly gain as Powell sends yields up, China data mixed
2 months ago

Dollar set for big weekly gain as Powell sends yields up, China data mixed

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* Fed Chair Powell signals no rush for rate cuts * Dollar sits near 1-yr top, euro struggles amid policy divergence * Asian shares set to end brutal week on steadier note * Yen bears on alert as Japan issues FX warning By Stella Qiu SYDNEY, - The U.S. dollar was poised for a big weekly gain on Friday, towering …

Oil heads for weekly loss as Chinese demand continues to underperform
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2 months ago

Oil heads for weekly loss as Chinese demand continues to underperform

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By Nicole Jao and Gabrielle Ng SINGAPORE -Oil prices fell on Friday on signs demand in China, the world's biggest crude importer, continues to underperform amid its uneven economic recovery. The decline in run rates occurred as China's factory output growth slowed last month and demand woes in its property sector showed few signs of abating even though consumer spending …

China's weak oil demand may lead to global surplus of 1 mn barrels: How would crude prices react?
2 months ago

China's weak oil demand may lead to global surplus of 1 mn barrels: How would crude prices react?

Firstpost  

The surplus could provide a buffer for prices against potential supply-side price shocks from conflicts in West Asia and other regions Low oil demand from China, supply-side shocks due to the conflict in West Asia, and increase in oil production by countries like US and Brazil are all important factors in determining crude oil price. The IEA forecasts that global …

Oil falls on Chinese stimulus disappointment, supply outlook
2 months ago

Oil falls on Chinese stimulus disappointment, supply outlook

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By Erwin Seba HOUSTON -Oil prices fell by more than 2% on Monday after China's latest stimulus plan disappointed investors seeking demand growth in the world's second-biggest oil consumer, while supply looked set to rise in 2025. Donald Trump's U.S. election victory may continue to be affecting the market, said Phil Flynn, senior analyst for the Price Futures Group. Bank …

Oil Retreats on Weak Outlook for Chinese Demand, Stronger Dollar
2 months ago

Oil Retreats on Weak Outlook for Chinese Demand, Stronger Dollar

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-- Oil extended declines as a soft outlook for demand in China, the world’s largest crude importer, continued to plague the market. The nearest WTI futures contract is trading at its smallest premium to the following month since June, indicating that short-term tightness in the physical oil market is easing. OPEC’s decision to delay the production increase “provided only a …

Oil rises as investors take stock of Trump victory, US crude stocks rise
2 months, 1 week ago

Oil rises as investors take stock of Trump victory, US crude stocks rise

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By Georgina McCartney HOUSTON -Oil prices turned positive on Wednesday after falling by more than $2, despite U.S. crude stocks rising by more than expected, according to the Energy Information Administration. Independent analyst Tina Teng said that besides a surging dollar weighing on commodity prices, a Trump presidency could see policies that may further pressure the Chinese economy, weakening oil …

Oil Prices Rise as Middle East War Rages, but China's Demand Remains a Key Factor
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Oil Prices Rise as Middle East War Rages, but China's Demand Remains a Key Factor

Live Mint  

Oil prices remain volatile as the Middle East war rages on, with Brent crude futures settling higher for the second consecutive session. China's recent efforts to stimulate its economy are expected to have a positive impact on oil demand, but it may take some time for the stimulus efforts to filter through to oil demand. Global oil inventories point to …

Oil Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Escalate
3 months, 1 week ago

Oil Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Escalate

The Hindu  

Oil prices extend upward march on Mideast tensions, with Brent North Sea crude reaching close to $80 per barrel on Monday. The rise is partly attributed to concerns about geopolitical unrest in the Middle East, but also to hopes of stronger Chinese demand after Beijing recently announced major stimulus measures to boost its flagging economy.

Investors turned more bearish on oil last week than ever
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Investors turned more bearish on oil last week than ever

The Hindu  

Investors were more bearish than ever on crude oil last week, deepening a months-long selloff that pressured prices to multi-year lows amid growing concerns of weak demand in top consuming nations. Negative sentiment swept oil markets so strongly that short positions on Brent crude overtook long positions for the first time, data from the Intercontinental Exchange showed on Friday. “This …

Oil Rebounds After Brutal Week as Traders Take Stock of Outlook
4 months ago

Oil Rebounds After Brutal Week as Traders Take Stock of Outlook

Live Mint  

Oil rose from its lowest close since 2021 after a deep weekly loss pushed futures close to levels regarded as oversold, with the focus this week on three reports that may clarify the demand outlook. Traders are in line for bumper crop of market insights this week as the three most prominent forecasters — OPEC, the Energy Information Administration and …

Oil sheds China demand worries, gains 1% on weaker US dollar & drop in stockpiles; Brent nears $85/bbl
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Oil sheds China demand worries, gains 1% on weaker US dollar & drop in stockpiles; Brent nears $85/bbl

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Crude oil prices climbed about one per cent on Wednesday, July 17, on a bigger-than-expected weekly drop in US crude stockpiles. Brent futures rose 96 cents, or 1.2 per cent, to $84.69 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude rose $1.36, or 1.7 per cent, to $82.12. Coming to domestic prices, crude oil futures last traded 1.95 per cent …

Oil prices decline over 1% on Chinese demand jitters
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Oil prices decline over 1% on Chinese demand jitters

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By Arathy Somasekhar HOUSTON -Oil prices settled more than 1% lower on Tuesday, the third straight day of losses, on worries of a slowing Chinese economy crimping demand, though declines were stemmed by a growing consensus the U.S. Federal Reserve could begin cutting its key interest rate as soon as September. "Weaker economic data continues to flow from China as …

Oil touches seven-week high amid demand optimism, war concerns; brent crude at $85.53/bbl
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Oil touches seven-week high amid demand optimism, war concerns; brent crude at $85.53/bbl

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Oil prices reached seven-week highs on Wednesday, driven by optimism about summer demand and concerns over escalating conflicts, despite an industry report indicating an unexpected rise in U.S. crude inventories. Brent crude futures for August, set to expire on Thursday, increased by 20 cents to $85.53 a barrel by 12:35 GMT, while the more actively traded September contract rose by …

Oil drops for fourth straight session as hawkish US Fed stance weakens demand outlook; Brent at $81/bbl
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Oil drops for fourth straight session as hawkish US Fed stance weakens demand outlook; Brent at $81/bbl

Live Mint  

Oil prices declined on Thursday, May 23, for the fourth session in a row, as the prospect of higher-for-longer US interest rates raised worries around demand growth in the world's biggest oil market. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} Brent crude oil futures were last down 45 cents, or 0.6 per cent, at $81.45 a barrel. On the domestic front, crude oil futures were …

Oil set for weekly gain as demand signs, geopolitics seen as positives
8 months ago

Oil set for weekly gain as demand signs, geopolitics seen as positives

Hindustan Times  

By Katya Golubkova and Sudarshan Varadhan Oil set for weekly gain as demand signs, geopolitics seen as positives SINGORE, - Oil rose on Friday, set for a weekly gain, as data this week from the U.S. and China, the world's two largest crude users, pointed to higher demand and continuing uncertainty over the Gaza war supported prices. Falling U.S. crude …

Oil set for weekly gain as demand signs, geopolitics seen as positives
8 months ago

Oil set for weekly gain as demand signs, geopolitics seen as positives

Hindustan Times  

By Katya Golubkova and Sudarshan Varadhan Oil set for weekly gain as demand signs, geopolitics seen as positives SINGORE -Oil rose on Friday, set for a weekly gain, as data this week from the U.S. and China, the world's two largest crude users, pointed to higher demand and continuing uncertainty over the Gaza war supported prices. Falling U.S. crude inventories …

Brent, WTI shed 6% as oil heads for steepest weekly drop in 3 months: What’s cooling down the commodity?
8 months, 1 week ago

Brent, WTI shed 6% as oil heads for steepest weekly drop in 3 months: What’s cooling down the commodity?

Live Mint  

Oil prices extended losses on Friday, May 3, 2024 and stayed on course for the steepest weekly loss in three months, as investors weighed lower-than-expected US jobs data and the timing of interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. Coming to domestic prices, crude oil futures declined 0.76 per cent to ₹6,551 per barrel on the multi commodity exchange. …

Oil rally cools off as prices slip 2% ahead of US Federal Reserve verdict; Brent down to $85.9/bbl
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Oil rally cools off as prices slip 2% ahead of US Federal Reserve verdict; Brent down to $85.9/bbl

Live Mint  

International crude oil prices slipped on Wednesday, March 20, after hitting multi-month highs in the previous session, as investors braced for the US Federal Reserve's interest rate policy announcement later in the day. Coming to domestic prices, crude oil futures were last trading 2.05 per cent lower at ₹6,746 per barrel on the multi commodity exchange. Oil prices pullback ahead …

Oil rises 1%, heads for weekly gain as Middle East conflict rages
11 months ago

Oil rises 1%, heads for weekly gain as Middle East conflict rages

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Oil prices rose on Friday and were on track for gains of almost 7% week-on-week, amid persistent tensions in the Middle East after Israel rejected a ceasefire offer from Hamas. Israeli forces continued deadly air strikes on Gaza on Friday, after the bombing of Gaza's southern border city of Rafah on Thursday helped send oil prices up by around 3% …

Oil scores weekly gain as Middle East risk offsets China concerns; Brent at $78
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Oil scores weekly gain as Middle East risk offsets China concerns; Brent at $78

Live Mint  

Oil prices settled slightly lower in the previous session but recorded a weekly gain as Middle East tensions and disruptions to oil output offset concerns about the Chinese and global economies. Back home, on the Multi Commodity Exchange, crude oil futures due for a February 16 expiry, settled 0.28 per cent higher at ₹6,045 per bbl, having swung between ₹6,084 …

Oil reports longest weekly losing streak since 2018; Brent posts first gain in 6 sessions, settles 2% higher at $75/bbl
1 year, 1 month ago

Oil reports longest weekly losing streak since 2018; Brent posts first gain in 6 sessions, settles 2% higher at $75/bbl

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Oil prices rose more than 2 per cent in the previous session after US data supported expectations of a demand growth, however, both crude benchmarks fell for a seventh straight week, posting their longest streak of weekly declines in half a decade, on lingering oversupply concerns. Even though oil reported its longest weekly losing streak since 2018, Brent and US …

Oil prices extend gains as OPEC cuts expected; Brent crude at $81.92/bbl
1 year, 1 month ago

Oil prices extend gains as OPEC cuts expected; Brent crude at $81.92/bbl

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Global oil benchmarks extended gains on Monday, November 20, as further supply cuts in OPEC+ production are expected in the coming weeks. Since late September, oil prices have witnessed a nearly 20% decline, and last week, the prompt inter-month spreads for Brent and WTI transitioned into contango. "If additional cuts are agreed, a short-term price boost is expected, but its …

Oil prices jump 2% on supply worries after large US stock drawdown
1 year, 2 months ago

Oil prices jump 2% on supply worries after large US stock drawdown

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Oil prices gained nearly $2 in early trade on Wednesday after industry data showed a bigger-than-expected draw in U.S. crude stocks amid worries about supply disruptions from the Middle East due to a deepening Israel-Hamas conflict. U.S. crude stocks fell by about 4.4 million barrels in the week ended Oct. 13, according to market sources citing American Petroleum Institute figures …

Oil ticks higher on optimism ahead of Biden’s Israel trip; Brent at $90/bbl
1 year, 2 months ago

Oil ticks higher on optimism ahead of Biden’s Israel trip; Brent at $90/bbl

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Oil prices edged higher on Tuesday, October 17, ahead of a trip by US President Joe Biden to the Middle East that is likely to involve balancing support for Israel with trying to prevent any regional escalation of its war with Hamas. Back home, on the Multi Commodity Exchange, crude oil futures due for a October 19 expiry, was last …

Oil sears to 10-month high, set for weekly gain; Brent scores $94/bbl
1 year, 3 months ago

Oil sears to 10-month high, set for weekly gain; Brent scores $94/bbl

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Oil prices rose to a fresh 10-month high for the fifth straight session and were on track to record a third weekly gain as supply tightness driven by Saudi Arabian production cuts combined with optimism around Chinese demand. Back home, on the Multi Commodity Exchange, crude oil futures due for a September 19 expiry, were last trading higher by 0.44 …

Oil jumps to 7-month high-level on tighter supply; Brent crude scores $88/bbl
1 year, 4 months ago

Oil jumps to 7-month high-level on tighter supply; Brent crude scores $88/bbl

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Oil prices continued its gaining streak and opened the first session of September by scoring a seven month-high-mark -the highest in over half a year and were on track to snap a two-week losing streak, buoyed by expectations of tightening supplies. Saudi Arabia is widely expected to extend a voluntary 1 million barrel per day oil production cut into October, …

What changed for market overnight: Gift Nifty to global market cues
1 year, 5 months ago

What changed for market overnight: Gift Nifty to global market cues

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Asian markets traded mixed on Wednesday following an overnight selloff on Wall Street sparked by concerns over the health of the US banking system. Meanwhile, in Asia, investors watch for China’s inflation figures for July, which reported a 0.3% fall in consumer prices from a year ago. China slides into deflation China’s economy is witnessing signs of deflation pressure as …

Oil Price Rises as Failed Wagner Mutiny in Russia Concerns Market
1 year, 6 months ago

Oil Price Rises as Failed Wagner Mutiny in Russia Concerns Market

News 18  

Oil prices rose in early Asian trade on Monday after a failed mutiny by Russian mercenaries over the weekend raised concerns about political instability in Russia and the potential impact on oil supply from one of the world’s largest producers. RBC Capital Markets analyst Helima Croft said there were concerns that Putin would declare martial law, preventing workers from showing …

JPMorgan cuts oil price outlook to $81 per barrel for 2023 on supply concerns
1 year, 7 months ago

JPMorgan cuts oil price outlook to $81 per barrel for 2023 on supply concerns

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JPMorgan has cut its oil price forecasts for this year and 2024 as it sees the global supply growth offsetting a record rise in demand, while inventory build-up lowers the risk of price spikes. JPMorgan sees global oil supply growing by 2.2 million barrels per day in 2023, surpassing projected demand growth of 1.6 million bpd. "It is becoming increasingly …

Oil prices remain steady as high inventories balance US debt bill development
1 year, 7 months ago

Oil prices remain steady as high inventories balance US debt bill development

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Oil prices held steady on Thursday as news of rising inventories in the largest oil consumer in the world overshadowed likely pauses in US interest rate hikes and the passage of the crucial vote on the US debt ceiling bill. While US West Texas Intermediate crude declined by 16 cents, or 0.23%, to $67.93, Brent crude futures dropped 17 cents, …

Oil heads for fourth weekly decline on demand growth concerns in US, China
1 year, 8 months ago

Oil heads for fourth weekly decline on demand growth concerns in US, China

Live Mint  

Oil prices declined on May 12, heading for a fourth weekly drop, as renewed economic concerns in the United States and China weighed on demand growth in the near-term, a potential trigger for greater volatility in oil markets. The US Federal Reserve may need to raise interest rates again in its next meeting as the inflation data so far has …

Oil prices today: Oil edges higher as US recession fears fade on jobs report
1 year, 8 months ago

Oil prices today: Oil edges higher as US recession fears fade on jobs report

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Oil prices rose on May 8 as US recession worries eased on healthy jobs report for April that supported crude to climb 4 per cent before the weekend. Oil edged higher even though the US labour market data could allow the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates higher for a longer period of time. US WTI was up 4 per …

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