Oil Prices Climb on Middle East Tensions and Positive US Jobs Data
Weekly gains exceed 3% as geopolitical risks and economic indicators drive market volatility
- US crude oil and Brent futures both see significant weekly gains over 3%.
- Middle East tensions escalate with potential retaliatory strikes by Iran against Israel.
- US jobless claims fall, easing recession fears and boosting demand outlook.
- Libya's Sharara oilfield declares force majeure due to protests, impacting production.
- US crude inventories drop for the sixth consecutive week, reaching six-month lows.