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Daily (13.06.2023): Oil prices fell by 4% on Monday amid weak Chinese data, stronger U.S. dollar
On Monday, crude oil prices declined as a result of weak economic data from China and the possibility of interest rate hikes. Furthermore, higher supply from Russia has contributed to the overall downward trend in oil prices. Hence, Brent crude dropped by 4% to settle at $71.84 a barrel. Meanwhile, WTI crude traded at $67.12 a barrel, declining by over 4% day-on-day.
read more... 13/06/2023
Daily (08.06.2023): European carbon prices soared on Wednesday, impacted by a record build in speculative short positions
Oil prices moved higher on Wednesday as Saudi Arabia's surprise production cuts outweighed weak Chinese export data and rising US fuel inventories. Brent crude gained 0.9%, or $0.66, to settle at $76.95 a barrel. Meanwhile, WTI crude traded up by 1.1%, or $0.79, closing at $72.53 a barrel.
read more... 08/06/2023
Daily (31.05.2023): Oil prices plunged by about 5% on Tuesday, amid high Russian exports and slowing Chinese demand
Oil prices plunged by about 5% on Tuesday, amid high Russian exports and slowing Chinese demand with the prospect of a standstill at Sunday's OPEC+ alliance meeting. Hence, Brent crude settled at $69.46 a barrel. Meanwhile, WTI crude traded at $73.54 a barrel.
read more... 31/05/2023
Daily (03.05.2023): Brent crude fell to the lowest level since March 24
Crude oil prices slumped to their lowest levels since March 24 on increased fears over demand due to poor Chinese economic. Meanwhile, the US Federal Reserve is likely to raise rates by 25 basis points, boosting concerns about economic instability in the United States. Hence, Brent crude plunged by 5% to settle at $75.32 a barrel. WTI crude plummeted by more than 5% to $71.66 a barrel.
read more... 03/05/2023
Daily (19.04.2023): European carbon prices posted significant gains on Tuesday as European Parliament lawmakers approved a series of market adjustments
Oil prices remained mostly flat Tuesday, as Chinese economic figures offset interest rates concerns. Brent crude settled at $84.77 a barrel and WTI crude ended at $80.86 a barrel.
read more... 19/04/2023