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Oil prices rise as Russia faces sanctions

Haiden Holmes

Oct 24, 2022 14:11

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On Monday's early Asian trading session, oil prices surged due to expectations of tighter global supplies ahead of European Union sanctions on Russian oil.


Brent crude prices increased 54 cents, or 0.6%, to $94.04 per barrel by 01:25 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures increased 51 cents, or 0.6%, to $85.56 per barrel.


Brent increased by 2% last week as a result of a weaker dollar and expectations that China's COVID-19 restrictions may be lifted, allowing for a revival in demand from the world's second-largest consumer.


On December 5, when the EU ban on Russian imports goes into effect, disruptions in the world oil supply are anticipated. The coalition intends to halt imports of Russian oil products in February.


Even as it prepares to raise rates in early November, there is a growing feeling within the Federal Reserve to either slow down or lower the pace of future rate increases.


A delay in Fed rate hikes could diminish the U.S. dollar's strength, which has been a drag on commodities prices. A declining dollar reduces the price of dollar-denominated commodities, such as oil, for holders of foreign money.


On Sunday, China's Xi Jinping won a historic third term as president, confirming his status as the nation's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong.


Analysts do not anticipate a significant movement in policy direction, particularly Xi's goal of zero COVID.


Brent climbed last week despite the fact that the U.S. President Joe Biden announced the sale of the last 15 million barrels of oil from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserves. The sale is part of an unprecedented 180 million-barrel release that began in May. Biden stated he will restore supply when the price of U.S. crude approaches $70 per barrel.


ANZ analysts wrote in a note that the recommendations for replenishing the reserve were of greater interest to the market.


The statement by Vice President Biden that the United States will not purchase crude oil until the price hits USD$70 per barrel provides a significant support level.


Baker Hughes Co., a provider of energy services, stated on Friday that U.S. energy companies added oil and natural gas rigs for the second consecutive week, as relatively high oil prices encourage companies to drill more.

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