Oil Surges Through $85 Barrier as OPEC+ Supply Cuts Grip Market
Oil prices surged to $85 as efforts by OPEC+ to reduce supplies and China's commitment to bolster its economy drive up global crude consumption and support prices.
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Posted 9/1/2023, 3:14:01 PM
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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 are expected to continue consolidating just above the 200-Day EMA, with the 50-Day EMA below it, leading to questions about the market; the possibility of breaking above the shooting star formed on Monday could allow for a move towards $85, while breaking below the moving averages could result in a drop to $75 due to noise from OPEC countries cutting production. The Brent markets also show signs of negativity but are supported by the 200-Day EMA and the 50-Day EMA, with potential to reach the $90 region; attention should also be given to the US dollar's influence on the market.
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