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Oil Prices Hold Strong Weekly Gains Amid Middle East Conflict and Supply Concerns

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Oil prices edged up slightly in early Asian trading on Friday, maintaining their strong weekly gains. Investors remain cautious as tensions in the Middle East raise concerns over potential crude flow disruptions, despite the global oil market being well-supplied. Market Update: Oil Prices Inch Up Brent crude futures rose by 9 cents, or 0.12%, reaching $77.71 per barrel at 0010 …

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Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions and Supply Concerns

Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions and Supply Concerns Oil Prices Rise on Supply Fears On Thursday, oil prices  surge  as investors became increasingly concerned that the intensifying conflict in the Middle East could severely disrupt the flow of crude oil from the region. By 11:36 a.m. EDT, Brent crude futures surged $2.82 (3.82%), reaching $76.72 per barrel, while …

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Oil Prices Drop Amid Persistent Demand Concerns and Supply Risks in Libya

Oil Prices Drop Amid Persistent Demand Concerns and Supply Risks in Libya On Wednesday, global oil prices fell by around 1%, primarily driven by ongoing concerns over weakened demand from China and the possibility of a broader economic slowdown. Despite these factors exerting downward pressure on prices, the losses were somewhat cushioned by significant supply risks emanating from the Middle …

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Oil Prices Decline Amid Rising US Crude Inventories and Easing Middle East Tensions

Oil prices saw a slight decline on Wednesday after an unexpected rise in US crude inventories and a reduction in concerns over potential disruptions in the Middle East. Market Movement Brent Crude Futures: Fell by 41 cents (0.5%), reaching $80.28 per barrel by 1436 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Futures: Dropped by 55 cents (0.7%), settling at $77.77 …

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