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Oil showing volatility, gold eyes Fed
Huge uncertainty for oil There remains immense uncertainty over the outlook for crude demand and supply which is leading to plenty of volatility in oil markets. The price has rebounded in recent days after WTI fell close to $70, the level at which the White House has previously indicated it will start refilling the SPR following a year of repeatedly drawing it down. With China finally navigating away from zero-Covid, which alone brings huge uncertainty for next year, the global economy slowing,
by Craig Erlam
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Oil rebound extends, gold shines
Oil Crude prices got a boost from a cool inflation report that supports the case that the US economy could still have a soft landing. The oil market can’t justify prices below the $70 level even if bumpy times are ahead. ​ Disruptions from the Keystone Pipeline remind us how tight the oil market remains. ​ China will struggle to deliver a complete reopening until early next year, but that demand outlook should start to improve soon. ​ ​ ​ ​ The OPEC monthly report noted that, “The year 2023 is e
by Edward Moya
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