Oil prices closed higher on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, following holidays in London and New York. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly Israel’s actions in Gaza, have increased risk premiums for oil. Market participants are closely watching the upcoming OPEC+ meeting this weekend, which is expected to discuss further production cuts. On the New […]
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