Oil prices rise as global supply tightens due to lower exports from Saudi Arabia and Russia, offsetting concerns about global demand growth amid high interest rates.
Crude oil prices rise as US inventories decline and concerns about US rate hikes and China's economic indicators persist.
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.
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.
Oil prices rose to their highest level in over six months due to expectations of tightening supplies, with Saudi Arabia expected to extend its voluntary oil production cut and Russia agreeing to cut oil exports next month.
Oil prices have climbed 6% this week, with the world's top producers cutting output in a bid to boost prices and Russia set to announce further output cuts next week.
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 reached a new high for the year after Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed to extend output cuts, reinforcing efforts to support oil prices by the OPEC+ alliance.
Oil prices could reach triple-digit territory by next year if Russia and Saudi Arabia maintain their aggressive supply cuts, according to Goldman Sachs, with Brent crude potentially climbing to $107 a barrel by December 2024.
Summary: Rising oil prices and increasing gas prices, driven by the Russian-Saudi agreement to extend oil production cuts, are contributing to inflation concerns and putting pressure on the markets, leading to potential gains for oil stocks like ConocoPhillips and Chevron.
The price of oil is surging as Saudi Arabia and Russia cut output, creating a supply deficit that is driving up prices and threatening a fragile global economy with inflation and potential interest rate hikes.
The extension of voluntary oil production cuts by Saudi Arabia and Russia has caused oil prices to surge above $90 a barrel, threatening an inflationary spike that could disrupt central banks' plans to wind down interest-rate hikes, particularly for the Bank of Canada.
Oil prices rose on Friday as China's better-than-expected economic data and record oil consumption supported the belief that demand in the country will continue to surge.
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.
Saudi Arabia's energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, stated that the decision to extend crude oil supply cuts with Russia is not about raising prices, but rather about making the right decision at the appropriate time based on data and clarity, as oil prices near $100 per barrel and analysts predict further increases.
Rising oil prices continue to soar due to supply cuts by Saudi Arabia and Russia, with Brent and WTI crude prices reaching their highest level since November and targeting their biggest quarterly jumps since 2014, causing concerns about potential inflation and impacting industries reliant on fuel such as airlines and trucking companies.
The increased exports of oil from the United States into Europe and Asia have allowed U.S. crude to regain its dominance in setting international oil prices, reducing volatility and potential market distortion, while also shifting power to U.S. companies and traders in the market.
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.
Oil prices reaching $95 per barrel, the highest level since November 2022, pose a setback for Rishi Sunak's goal of halving inflation, with analysts predicting a 7.1% rise in consumer prices in August due to petrol price increases, adding to inflationary pressures and potentially influencing the Bank of England's interest rate decision.
Russia has implemented a temporary ban on gasoline and diesel exports, excluding four ex-Soviet states, to stabilize its domestic market and reduce prices for consumers.
The recent global supply concerns caused by Russia's fuel export ban are driving up oil prices, counteracting the demand fears driven by macroeconomic headwinds and high interest rates.
Oil prices have risen due to Saudi Arabia's decision to cut back oil production, which has led to higher gasoline and diesel prices, complicating the global fight against inflation and benefiting Russia's economy.
Higher oil prices, boosted by supply cuts from Saudi Arabia and Russia, may benefit Russia's oil revenues by allowing them to sell crude over the $60-a-barrel price cap imposed by sanctions.
Oil prices edged lower as Russia relaxed its fuel ban, after earlier gains on a tighter supply outlook, while investors eyed elevated interest rates that could curb demand.
Oil prices are rising again after a short pause, driven by Russia's temporary ban on fuel exports and concerns of low supply, with analysts predicting it could hit $100 a barrel for the first time in 13 months.
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 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.
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.
Diesel prices are expected to decrease after Russia lifted a ban on oil exports, causing a drop in global supplies and a decrease in fuel costs.
Oil prices surge over 2% as tensions between Israel and Hamas raise concerns of a wider conflict in the Middle East, reversing last week's decline in prices due to a darkening macroeconomic outlook and intensifying global demand concerns.
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.
Oil prices rose in Asian trade after a deadly blast at a Gaza hospital hindered a U.S. diplomatic effort and U.S. inventories shrank more than expected, fueling concerns about the spillover of the Israel-Hamas conflict disrupting crude supplies in the Middle East.
Crude oil prices could rise to $140 per barrel, potentially triggering a global recession, due to tensions in the Middle East and the possibility of a broader conflict between Israel and Hamas, according to Allianz Trade.