Oil Rises Over 3%, Hits $76 As Middle East Tensions Mount: Israel Strikes UN Peacekeeper Bases In Lebanon, Threats Against Gulf Oil Facilities Emerge
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Crude oil prices surged over 3% due to Middle East tensions and Hurricane Milton. WTI crude, tracked by USO, rose to $76 per barrel. Israel's military actions in Lebanon and potential threats to Gulf oil facilities are key factors. Gulf nations urge restraint to prevent escalation.
October 10, 2024 | 8:56 pm
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The United States Oil Fund (USO) saw a 3.5% increase in WTI crude prices, reaching $76 per barrel, driven by Middle East tensions and Hurricane Milton. This marks an 11% gain for October, the strongest month in over a year.
USO is directly impacted by changes in WTI crude prices. The current geopolitical tensions and potential supply disruptions have led to a significant increase in oil prices, benefiting USO. The fund's performance is closely tied to oil price movements, making this news highly relevant and important for investors.
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