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Oil Prices Decline as Strong US Dollar Raises Energy Costs

Prices of crude oil decline over rising U.S dollar. The global commodity market trading bearish ahead of US Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Jerome Powell speech. The U.S Fed chair is scheduled to speak on the economic outlook after inflation surge triggered caution markets temperature. Strong dollar has raised energy costs for major importers –China, US and India amidst geopolitical tensions.

Oil Prices Rise as Iran Plans to Hit Israel

Oil prices rose on Friday following reports that Iran is preparing to attack Israel from Iraqi territory in the coming days. The lingering uncertainties due to geopolitical tensions keep increasing supply risks, though there is also downside to global demand due to Chinese lower imports.

Oil Prices Climb as U.S. Crude Inventories Drop

Oil prices climbed in the global commodities market on Wednesday as a report shows a sharp decline in U.S. crude inventories. Chinese demand outlook remains negative, while the World Bank’s latest report indicates there will be an oil glut in 2025 and 2026.