Oil prices slip as peace hopes ease supply fears, Middle East tensions limit losses

In a market shaken by geopolitical tensions, oil prices saw a downturn as traders considered possible U.S.-Iran diplomatic actions against the backdrop of supply disruption risks.

Brent crude prices slipped by 0.74%, while WTI dropped by 0.89%.

The recent assaults by Yemen's Houthis have further complicated the already uncertain market landscape.

Mixed signals from U.S. inventory reports only added to the volatility affecting crude oil valuations.

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Source attribution: Times of India – Business.

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