October 23, 2024
New Delhi, India
WTI Crude Oil Price
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Crude Oil prices held steady on Wednesday, trading around the mid-$71 range during the Asian session. This marks the third consecutive day of gains, driven by optimism about increased demand from China and geopolitical risks arising from ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
China Demand Recovery Fuels Optimism
Investors are optimistic that China’s recent stimulus measures will spark a sustained recovery in the world’s second-largest economy. This is expected to increase fuel consumption in China, the world’s largest importer of crude oil. Additionally, the potential escalation of conflict in the Middle East, a key oil-producing region, has raised concerns about supply disruptions, which could tighten market conditions in the coming months.
Rising US Crude Stocks and Strong US Dollar Cap Gains
However, industry data from the American Petroleum Institute (API) revealed a larger-than-expected rise in US crude oil inventories, with stocks increasing by 1.64 million barrels last week. The ongoing rally in the US Dollar, bolstered by expectations of smaller interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, has also limited further gains in crude oil prices, as a stronger USD makes oil more expensive for holders of other currencies.
Awaiting US Inventory Data
Market participants are now awaiting official US government oil inventory data, expected later on Wednesday, which could provide fresh trading opportunities. Additionally, traders will keep an eye on geopolitical developments and USD price movements for short-term market insights.
WTI Crude oil price was doing 71.63 do
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