In Asian trading on Thursday, oil prices fell due to several factors, including weak economic signals from the US Federal Reserve and expectations that OPEC+ will not change its production volumes next month despite falling prices. While the Fed has raised interest rates, it has also cut its full-year GDP forecast, raising concerns about a slowdown in economic growth this year. The recent collapse of several US and European banks has also exacerbated concerns on this issue. Some traders are disappointed that OPEC+ is not cutting oil supplies fast enough to drive up prices. However, some signals from the US indicate some resilience in demand for oil, which has had a positive effect on prices. In addition, the dollar's decline has made commodities cheaper for international buyers.
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