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Daily (08.12.2023): Gas and power forward prices extended gains on Thursday amid stronger demand and supply concerns due to colder weather
On Thursday, oil prices experienced a minor decline as the bearish sentiment persisted, driven by indications of weakened global demand, particularly from China, the largest oil importer globally. Nevertheless, declining U.S. stocks limited losses. Thus, Brent crude settled at $74.05 per barrel, while WTI crude closed at $69.34 per barrel.
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Daily (07.12.2023): Gas prices gained ground on Wednesday, supported by forecasts of stronger demand due to cold weather in the upcoming weeks
On Wednesday, oil prices plunged by around 4%, hitting a fresh five-month low, as the market struggled to identify catalysts for a potential rebound. Consequently, Brent crude ended at $74.30 per barrel, while WTI crude finished below the $70 threshold at $69.38 per barrel.
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Daily (06.12.2023): Oil prices hit 5-month lows on Tuesday as concerns over demand persisted
Oil prices continued to decline on Tuesday, with both Brent and WTI reaching a 5-month low. The market sentiment remains pessimistic about the demand recovery, despite efforts to curb the supply. Thus, Brent crude closed at $77.20 per barrel, while WTI crude stood at $72.32 per barrel.
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Daily (05.12.2023): The energy complex was bearish on Monday amid milder weather, robust LNG supply
On Monday, oil prices continued to decline for the third consecutive day following OPEC+'s announcement of new production cuts. This reaction adds complexity to the situation for the cartel, which is facing diminishing ammunition. Hence, Brent crude retreated by about 1%, settling at $78.03 per barrel, while WTI crude fell by over 1%, standing at $73.04 per barrel.
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Daily (04.12.2023): Brent crude plummeted by 5% on Friday as OPEC production cuts failed to support oil prices
Oil prices posted sharp falls on Friday as the recent cuts in crude oil production announced by some Opec+ exporting countries were received with doubt by the oil market, failing to produce the expected impact. As a result, Brent crude tumbled by about 5% to settle at $78.88 per barrel, while WTI crude declined by 2.5% to end at $74.07 per barrel.
read more... 04/12/2023