Oil prices surpassed the $110 per barrel threshold once more on Wednesday, driven by apprehensions regarding supply in the Middle East. Traders expressed concerns over shipping risks and potential threats to oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. Brent crude futures surged by over $1, reaching approximately $110 per barrel. WTI Crude futures experienced an increase of Read More
After an initial decline, oil prices rebounded on Tuesday as markets evaluated a US executive order that relaxed certain sanctions and tariffs associated with Russian energy exports. Meanwhile, renewed attacks in Saudi Arabia and Yemen sustained apprehensions regarding potential disruptions in Middle East supply. Brent crude futures increased by 21 cents, or 0.20%, reaching $109.76 Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline on Monday following the decision by US President Donald Trump to waive sanctions and tariffs on Russia, a move that could potentially result in an increase in Russian fuel exports. Brent crude futures declined by $1.43, equivalent to a 1.30% decrease, reaching $108.43 per barrel by 2340, following a settlement Read More
Oil prices experienced a slight decline on Friday morning as investors assessed the risks associated with the Middle East and contemplated potential US measures to relax restrictions on the global “shadow fleet” of tankers. Brent crude futures declined by 41 cents, or 0.39%, settling at $105.51 a barrel by 0012. Meanwhile, US West Texas Intermediate Read More
Oil prices experienced a decline on Tuesday, following an increase of nearly $2 a barrel in the prior session. Traders are currently assessing the supply risks stemming from attacks on Saudi Arabia, juxtaposed with the potential for increased diesel supplies from Russia. US President Donald Trump stated that Russia had consented to provide diesel to Read More
Crude oil prices experienced a decline following statements from US President Donald Trump, who indicated that Washington would refrain from military action against Iran prior to the November 3 midterm elections. This announcement alleviated concerns regarding potential supply disruptions and threats to energy infrastructure. In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump asserted that the Read More
Oil prices declined by more than one percent on Friday, marking a continuation of losses for the third consecutive session, although both benchmarks continued to trade above the $100 per barrel threshold. Expectations that alternative routes may facilitate the flow of Middle Eastern barrels into global markets have overshadowed apprehensions regarding renewed hostilities between Saudi Read More
Oil prices declined by over $1 a barrel on Monday as investors realised profits in anticipation of an impending announcement from Washington regarding further sanctions against Iran, which may exacerbate supply disruptions from the Middle East. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is scheduled to hold a press conference at 2 p.m. on Monday, has Read More
Oil prices increased by 5% following three consecutive days of declines, as hostilities reignited in the Middle East, concluding a period of relative tranquillity and rekindling worries about possible interruptions to energy supplies. The action was prompted by a report from the U.S. military indicating that it had intercepted an Iranian “surprise attack” on its Read More
Crude oil prices remained under pressure on Friday as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continued its recovery and diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran indicated signs of progress. Brent crude is on track for a fourth consecutive weekly decline, marking its longest losing streak since August 2024. Brent crude remained close to Read More
