Oil Prices Climb as Houthi Attacks Reignite Saudi Supply Fears
Context
Oil prices climbed in early Asian trade on Wednesday as renewed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia reignited supply fears in the region. Falling inventories and reports that the U.S. is preparing for a new military campaign against Iran after the midterm elections added to the upward momentum. At the time of writing, Brent oil futures were trading at $115.70 per barrel, up1.62% on the session, while West Texas Intermediate futures had risen 1.34% to trade at $101.20 per barrel. The most recent gains came after a nearly $2 decline on Tuesday, a decline…
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- Severity
- the event's market impact, 1–5
- Direction
- ↑ / ↓ likely price move for the asset
- Exp. move
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