On Thursday, oil prices experienced a decline, influenced by concerns that the demand for oil could be undermined in the coming year by the possibility of an economic recession. Additionally, the downward pressure on prices was exacerbated by Angola's announcement of its withdrawal from the OPEC. As a result, Brent crude closed at $79.39, and WTI crude settled at $73.89 per barrel, both contracts edging around 0.4% lower.
read more... 22/12/2023
On Wednesday, oil prices sustained their upward trend, partially influenced by tensions in the Red Sea. However, the increase in US crude and gasoline inventories limited the gains. Consequently, Brent crude rose by around 0.6% to close at $79.70, and WTI crude ended at $74.22 per barrel, 0.4% higher day-on-day.
read more... 21/12/2023
Oil prices rose on Tuesday, supported by the risk of attacks on ships in the Red Sea and supply disruptions. Consequently, Brent crude settled at $79.23, and WTI crude closed at $72.47 per barrel, both contracts trading around 2% higher day-on-day.
read more... 20/12/2023
Oil prices rallied on Monday amid fears of disruptions to maritime oil transport due to attacks in the Red Sea. The market reacted to British oil giant BP's announcement that it would suspend all shipping in the Red Sea. Hence, Brent crude climbed by about 2% to settle at $77.95, and WTI crude ended at $72.47 per barrel, more than 1% higher day-on-day.
read more... 19/12/2023
Oil prices posted a slight decrease on Friday following a very volatile week. Market analysts attributed the fluctuations to the upcoming week nearing the end-of-year holidays, noting that traders "are not particularly inclined to take significant positions." As a result, Brent crude ended at $76.55, and WTI crude closed at $71.43 per barrel.
read more... 18/12/2023