Crude oil prices were slightly lower yesterday amid concerns over the state of the global economy, after recent data flagged a slowdown in economic growth. However, the oil market remained choppy amid Middle East turmoil, fueled by worries about a potential decrease in oil supply. As a result, Brent crude traded 0.6% lower at $87.65 a barrel. Meanwhile, U.S. WTI crude edged 0.5% lower at $85.97 a barrel.
read more... 11/10/2023
On Monday, crude oil prices increased amid rising geopolitical risk in the Middle East. Hence, Brent crude surged by 4.2% to end at $88.15 a barrel. Meanwhile, U.S. WTI crude soared by 4.3% to $86.38 a barrel.
read more... 10/10/2023
Oil prices experienced a 0.6% daily increase on Friday on improved market sentiment, driven by a return of risk appetite among investors. However, gains were capped as concerns about global demand still linger in the background. As a result, Brent crude reached $84.58 per barrel, while WTI crude reached $82.79 per barrel.
read more... 09/10/2023
Oil prices posted a 2% daily loss on Thursday, weighed down by fears of weakening demand as a result of tight monetary policies. Consequently, Brent crude settled at $84.07 a barrel, while WTI crude closed at $82.31 a barrel.
read more... 06/10/2023
Oil prices plummeted by 5.6% on Wednesday, weighed down by US inventory levels and fears of a slowdown in global demand. Consequently, Brent crude stood at $85.81 a barrel, while WTI crude ended at $85.81 a barrel.
read more... 05/10/2023