Oil prices dipped due to the possibility of Iraqi exports resuming and concerns over China's weakening economy impacting demand.
Crude oil prices continue to decline due to concerns about demand in China and the United States, despite positive news of production cuts and high global oil demand; technical charts indicate the possibility of further short-term losses.
Oil prices dipped in early Asian trade due to weak manufacturing data in major economies and concerns about the duration of interest rates staying at current levels, despite a larger-than-expected drop in U.S. crude stocks.
Oil prices edge higher in an uncertain market as US crude futures rise 0.1% to $78.94 a barrel, despite a 2% drop for the week, due to production cuts by major oil producers and a mixed US economy.
Oil prices rose over 1% as the dollar strengthened ahead of a speech by the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve for clues on interest rates, with Brent crude reaching $84.29 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude at $79.92, while a strong dollar and recent inventory draws affected demand and supply.
Oil futures rose to a one-week high due to a surge in U.S. diesel prices, a decrease in oil rigs, and a fire at a Louisiana refinery, despite weak economic data and a stronger dollar.
Crude oil prices are trying to recover and show signs of support, with a "buy on the dips" attitude prevailing due to Saudi Arabia holding 1 million barrels per day out of the market, although supply concerns may arise despite a global slowdown.
Crude oil prices rose after the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported a larger-than-expected inventory decline of 10.6 million barrels for the week ending August 25.
Crude oil prices remain high, supported by production cuts and a decrease in inventory, while the WTI futures contract reached a 10-month peak at $86.09 and the Brent contract traded above $89 for the first time since January.
Oil prices dipped as concerns over China's slow post-pandemic recovery and weak global economic data outweighed expectations of supply cuts by OPEC+ producers.
Oil prices jumped over 2.5% after OPEC+ members extended supply reductions, with Brent International topping $90 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate hovering above $87 per barrel, as Saudi Arabia announced an extension of its production cut and Russia reduced its exports. Despite slow recovery and increased production, crude futures have rallied more than 25% since late June, with experts predicting prices to continue rising unless a recession occurs. China's demand for petrochemicals has been dampened, but their mobility demand post-lockdowns has offset this.
Oil prices drop after 9-day winning streak, ending the longest streak of daily gains since January 2019.
Crude oil prices in the US increased due to a 6.3 million barrel inventory draw, following a massive decline of 10.6 million barrels the previous week, bringing inventories to the lowest in eight months.
European markets were stagnant as investors awaited a decision from the European Central Bank on whether to raise interest rates for the tenth consecutive meeting, while carmaker shares dropped following an investigation into electric vehicle subsidies by the European Commission and concerns over Chinese retaliation. Additionally, the oil market is keeping a close eye on the possibility of crude prices reaching $100 a barrel as Saudi Arabia and Russia plan to extend production cuts until the end of 2023.
Oil prices are reaching their highest levels in 10 months, leading to gains for energy stocks like Pioneer Natural Resources and Coterra Energy, prompting Jim Cramer to suggest it's a good time to invest in these companies.
Oil prices continue to rise as OPEC+ supply cuts tighten the market, with Brent crude surpassing $94 a barrel and speculators increasing bullish wagers on Brent and West Texas Intermediate, leading to concerns about inflationary pressures.
Gasoline prices are rising due to oil supply cuts in Saudi Arabia and Russia, as well as flooding in Libya, but some experts believe that increasing oil prices will not have a significant impact on the US economy and do not expect them to rise much higher in the next year or two due to factors such as increased US oil production, slow global economic growth, and the green energy transition. However, high oil prices can lead to higher inflation, potential recession, and could influence the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates, but the impact may not be as severe as in the past, and some experts recommend investing in the energy transition and adopting a more defensive investment strategy.
Oil prices may briefly reach $100 per barrel due to output cuts and geopolitical tensions, but they are expected to decline by the end of the year due to faster supply growth compared to demand growth, according to a Wall Street analyst.
Oil prices surged to a 10-month high on tightening supply cuts from OPEC+, with predictions of $100 oil returning, potentially rekindling inflation and posing a challenge for central bankers and the Biden administration.
Crude oil prices reach new highs despite concerns about China's economy and tightened monetary policies, with the oil market structure indicating strong demand and potential support for higher prices.
Crude oil prices rose as inventories declined and demand from Asia and Europe decreased, threatening higher gas prices in the US and potentially impacting the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions.
The Federal Reserve has left interest rates unchanged but indicated the possibility of one more rate hike, causing U.S. markets to slump and Treasury yields to rise, while European markets saw gains; Instacart shares sank, Klaviyo shares jumped, and Arm shares continued to slide; UK inflation for August was lower than expected, throwing the Bank of England's next move into question; Goldman Sachs has raised its 12-month oil price forecast to $100 per barrel.
Oil prices fell as U.S. interest rate hike expectations outweighed the impact of drawdowns in U.S. crude stockpiles.
Oil traders have been heavily buying crude and fuel futures over the past four weeks, leading to a ratio of bullish to bearish bets on oil and fuels of almost 8:1, indicating that oil prices may be due for a correction.
Oil prices rose on Tuesday amid tight supplies and speculation over what $100 oil could do to the economy, with JPMorgan economists projecting a potential impact on global GDP growth if prices remain elevated.
Oil prices rose by about 3% after U.S. crude stocks fell more than expected, causing concerns about supply tightness amid OPEC+ production cuts.
Oil prices reached their highest level in over a year as crude stocks at a key storage hub in Oklahoma fell to their lowest level since July 2022, signaling a potential "rough" period for crude oil supplies into the market and a sustained high level of oil prices for the rest of the year.
Oil prices hit their highest levels in over a year as ongoing production cuts raise concerns about the global economy, while the specter of $100 oil looms and supply tightness becomes apparent with reduced stockpiles and increased refining. Higher interest rates may dampen crude demand, but for now, the focus remains on supply.
Crude oil prices dropped on Thursday after a brief rise, with Brent retreating from reaching $98 per barrel.
Oil industry analysts have raised their price forecasts for 2023, with most expecting Brent Crude to average $84.09 per barrel, but few foresee sustained $100 oil due to an artificially tightened market and uncertain global economic outlook.
Oil prices fell about 2% to a three-week low due to a higher-priced Brent contract expiring, a strengthening U.S. dollar, and concerns about rising crude supplies and pressure on demand from high interest rates.
Summary: Oil prices drop over 2% as a result of a strong U.S. dollar, profit-taking, inflationary concerns, and forecasts of increasing supply, as well as the World Bank's forecast of slower Chinese growth.
The recent increase in oil prices has analysts debating whether the rally will continue or fizzle out, with the bulls predicting prices in triple digits and the bears foreseeing a drop below $90 by Christmas, but it is expected that the market will be tight until January before the bears gain the upper hand next year.
Oil prices are falling, providing some relief to the bond blowup caused by rising interest rates, but the direction of markets will be determined by the upcoming U.S. employment report.
Oil prices have dramatically dropped, providing relief to drivers and nervous central bankers, with gas prices predicted to continue decreasing in the coming weeks.
Crude oil prices are poised to experience their largest weekly drop since March due to concerns about weak demand, a bond market selloff, and economic worries, despite OPEC+'s decision to maintain supply constraints.
Oil prices rose around 1% on Thursday, supported by expectations that U.S. interest rates had peaked, but gains were limited by a lower demand growth forecast for next year from the International Energy Agency and higher U.S. inventories.
Crude oil prices dipped slightly following a significant increase in gasoline inventories, raising concerns about demand, despite the war premium added by events in the Middle East.
Oil prices jumped $2 after the U.S. tightened sanctions against Russian crude exports, raising supply concerns and global inventories are forecasted to decline.
