Oil prices climb 2% on further escalation in Russia-Ukraine missile exchange
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Oil prices increased by over 2% following reports of Russia launching an intercontinental ballistic missile amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. This escalation has heightened concerns about potential disruptions in oil supply.
November 21, 2024 | 2:00 pm
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The escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with reports of a missile launch, has led to a 2% increase in oil prices, positively impacting the United States Brent Oil Fund (BNO).
BNO, which tracks the price of Brent crude oil, is directly affected by changes in oil prices. The reported missile launch by Russia has increased geopolitical tensions, leading to a rise in oil prices, which benefits BNO.
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