WTI Oil gains slightly amid Middle East tensions, firm US Dollar
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West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Oil trades around $92.05 on Thursday at the time of writing, up 1.73% on the day, extending its positive bias despite a lack of strong bullish conviction. Oil prices remain supported by ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East. Iran said it is reviewing a US proposal to end the conflict, while ruling out direct negotiations for now, maintaining uncertainty around a potential de-escalation. At the same time, the deployment of additional US troops in the region fuels concerns over a broader escalation. In this context, Iranian energy infrastructure remains under pressure, while the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt supply flows. This situation keeps a high geopolitical risk premium in place, acting as a structural support for Oil prices. However, investors remain cautious and reluctant to place aggressive bets, awaiting clearer developments on the geopolitical front. This explains the recent consolidation in prices despite a fundamentally supportive backdrop. Meanwhile, the strength of the US Dollar limits further upside in Crude Oil. Expectations that rising energy prices could reignite inflationary pressures lead markets to consider a more restrictive stance from the Federal Reserve (Fed). A stronger Greenback tends to weigh on demand for USD-denominated commodities, thereby capping Oil’s advance. WTI Oil FAQs WTI Oil is a type of Crude Oil sold on international markets. The WTI stands for West Texas Intermediate, one of three major types including Brent and Dubai Crude. WTI is also referred to as “light” and “sweet” because of its relatively low gravity and sulfur content respectively. It is considered a high quality Oil that is easily refined. It is sourced in the United States and distributed via the Cushing hub, which is considered “The Pipeline Crossroads of the World”. It is a benchmark for the Oil market and…
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