Oil Prices Fluctuate as Israel-Gaza Conflict Stokes Supply Fears
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Oil prices fluctuated on Monday, rising to over $91/barrel early on but dipping back later due to Middle East tensions.
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Investors worried the Israel-Hamas conflict could widen and tighten global oil supply.
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Brent crude and WTI oil futures surged on Friday after Israel warned people to evacuate parts of Gaza.
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Analysts predict oil could hit $100/barrel soon due to regional escalation risks.
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The Israeli shekel weakened 0.3% against the dollar on Monday as the currency has fallen 4% in 10 days amid the conflict.