Oil prices ended higher Tuesday, extending gains amid Middle East conflicts. China’s economic measures and increased commodity demand also lifted spirits. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) for March rose 0.73% to $73.71 per barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Brent for April climbed 0.77% to $78.59 per barrel on the Intercontinental Exchange. Capital Economics notes […]
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