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Daily (03.02.2023): Oil prices edged down amid economic growth concerns and ECB raise of interest rates
Oil prices had bearish evolution on Thursday amid economic growth concerns and ECB’s raise of interest rates. However, the market is looking for signs of strong fuel demand recovery in China to balance the potential decline in other major economies. Brent crude slipped by 0.8% to 82.17 a barrel and WTI oil edged 0.7% lower at $75.88 a barrel.
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EU sets out green industry deal to take on U.S. and China
The European Commission on Wednesday proposed allowing increased levels of state aid so that Europe can compete with the United States as a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles and other green products and reduce its dependence on China.
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Daily (24.01.2023): Prices for energy commodities have stabilised on Monday
Oil prices diverged on Monday. Brent crude rose by around 1%, to settle at $88.19 per barrel due to rising demand from China. However, WTI crude remained rather stable at $81.62 per barrel, amid persistent economic concerns.
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Daily (23.01.2023): Oil prices increased by over 1% on Friday amid brighter demand outlook in China
Crude oil prices moved upwards on Friday amid the prospects of rising demand in China as the economy in the world’s biggest oil importer gradually bounces back from nearly three years of stringent Covid lockdowns despite increases in infections. Hence, Brent crude increased by $1.47, or 1.7%, to settle at $87.63 a barrel. U.S. WTI crude settled at $81.31 a barrel, gaining 98 cents, or 1.2% day-on-day.
read more... 23/01/2023
Daily (20.01.2023): Oil prices climbed to their highest close since Dec. 1 amid optimism over Chinese economic recovery
Crude oil prices increased to hit their highest levels since December 1, as the bullishness on China reopening and the demand recovery outweighed recessionary fears. Hence, Brent crude rose by $1.18, or 1.4%, to settle at $86.16 per barrel. U.S. WTI crude added 85 cents, or 1.1%, to settle at $80.33 per barrel.
read more... 20/01/2023