Despite fears of a recession, there were signs of solid US demand on Thursday, which lent support to oil prices. Consequently, Brent crude rose by 1.1% to 78.69 a barrel and WTI oil soared by 1.1% to $73.67 a barrel.
read more... 06/01/2023
Oil prices were bearish on Tuesday, amid fears about demand and global recession. Consequently, Brent crude fell by 4.4% to $82.10 a barrel and WTI oil dipped by 4.1% to $76.93 a barrel.
read more... 04/01/2023
Oil prices traded flat on Monday, due to ongoing concerns about demand in China and fears of a global recession. Consequently, Brent crude ended at $85.91 a barrel and WTI oil still at $80.26 a barrel.
read more... 03/01/2023
Despite bold climate pledges from a plethora of major world powers, it seems that many are unable to break their addiction to coal, as consumption is set to hit an all-time high (once again). Several countries have launched climate strategies that include the phasing out of coal production and use over the coming decades, however with gas shortages and a long road to getting enough renewable energy operations running to meet global demand, many continue to rely on coal for power and industry. While coal use is expected to decrease in the long term, to be replaced by natural gas and renewable alternatives, demand is set to remain strong in 2023
read more... 03/01/2023
Oil prices were bullish on Friday to end a volatile 2022, as Russia's war in Ukraine shook global markets, boosted global inflation, and fueled recession fears despite most economies emerging from coronavirus lockdowns. Consequently, Brent crude increased by 4.4% to $85.91 a barrel and WTI oil rose by 2.3% to $80.26 a barrel.
read more... 02/01/2023