Energy
Oil Futures Rebounds Over US$1 After 7-Week Low
Oil futures experienced a notable rebound today, recovering more than US$1 a barrel from their seven-week lows, marking a positive shift in the market sentiment.
Brent crude futures witnessed a significant uptick, climbing by US$1.17, or 1.5 per cent, to reach US$79.80 a barrel. Additionally, the more actively traded October contract showed a robust gain, increasing by US$1.11 to settle at US$79.18. This recovery in Brent crude underscores the market’s resilience amid recent fluctuations.
Similarly, US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures demonstrated a strong comeback, advancing by US$1.15, or 1.5 per cent, to close at US$75.88 a barrel.
This positive shift comes on the heels of a downturn on Tuesday, where both Brent and WTI experienced a decline of about 1.4 per cent, closing at their lowest levels in seven weeks. The recent lows were attributed to concerns over global economic growth and fluctuating demand, which had weighed heavily on market sentiment.
However, today’s rebound indicates a potential stabilisation in the market as traders react to new data and reassess their positions. Factors such as potential supply disruptions, geopolitical developments, and economic indicators are likely contributing to this renewed optimism.
OERLive is closely monitoring these dynamics to understand the long-term implications for oil prices and the broader energy market.
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