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Daily (13.12.2023): Oil prices hit a 6-month low on Tuesday, driven by oversupply concerns and gloomy global economic outlook
Oil prices posted a sharp decline by about 4% on Tuesday, hitting a 6-month low, weighed down by fears of an oversupply of crude, a gloomy global economic outlook and US inflation that is not slowing down as easily. The Fed, the ECB and the BoE are all set to unveil interest rate decisions this week as investors await their impact on the global economy and oil demand. Hence, Brent crude settled at $73.324, while WTI crude closed at $68.61 per barrel.
read more... 13/12/2023
Daily (08.12.2023): Gas and power forward prices extended gains on Thursday amid stronger demand and supply concerns due to colder weather
On Thursday, oil prices experienced a minor decline as the bearish sentiment persisted, driven by indications of weakened global demand, particularly from China, the largest oil importer globally. Nevertheless, declining U.S. stocks limited losses. Thus, Brent crude settled at $74.05 per barrel, while WTI crude closed at $69.34 per barrel.
read more... 08/12/2023
Daily (07.12.2023): Gas prices gained ground on Wednesday, supported by forecasts of stronger demand due to cold weather in the upcoming weeks
On Wednesday, oil prices plunged by around 4%, hitting a fresh five-month low, as the market struggled to identify catalysts for a potential rebound. Consequently, Brent crude ended at $74.30 per barrel, while WTI crude finished below the $70 threshold at $69.38 per barrel.
read more... 07/12/2023
Daily (06.12.2023): Oil prices hit 5-month lows on Tuesday as concerns over demand persisted
Oil prices continued to decline on Tuesday, with both Brent and WTI reaching a 5-month low. The market sentiment remains pessimistic about the demand recovery, despite efforts to curb the supply. Thus, Brent crude closed at $77.20 per barrel, while WTI crude stood at $72.32 per barrel.
read more... 06/12/2023
Daily (30.11.2023): Gas prices tumbled on Wednesday, driven by falling demand and a well-supplied market
Oil prices increased by about 2% on Wednesday, driven by optimistic reports suggesting that the OPEC+ alliance is contemplating additional reductions in oil production. Consequently, Brent crude settled at $83.10 per barrel, while WTI crude ended at $77.86 per barrel.
read more... 30/11/2023