On Monday, January 22, Brent crude oil prices significantly rose, surpassing $80 per barrel for the first time in ten days. This increase stems from geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East and Russia. These conflicts raise worries about potential global supply disruptions. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for March delivery climbed 2.06% or $1.51, settling at […]
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