Crude Oil Remains Under $60, Trade War Concerns Weigh on Markets

Concerns over the prolonged US-China trade war slowing down global economic growth continued to pressure crude oil prices on Monday

Arslan Butt•Monday, May 27, 2019•1 min read

Concerns over the prolonged US-China trade war slowing down global economic growth continued to pressure crude oil prices on Monday. However, WTI crude oil prices remain supported over OPEC’s plans to continue restricting crude production beyond June.

At the time of writing, WTI crude oil is trading at around $58.34 per barrel, well under the $60 level. The downfall was triggered last week over both API and EIA reporting a surprising build in US crude stockpiles.

Given that the US-China trade war continues with neither side confirming any schedule for the next round of talks, oil markets are concerned about the impact on global economies and how this could reduce demand for oil internationally.

The sentiment continues to remain fragile in oil markets over the uncertainty driven by the trade war, possible extension of oil production cuts by OPEC+, and by rising tensions between US and Iran in the Middle East.

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Arslan Butt

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Arslan Butt serves as the Lead Commodities and Indices Analyst, bringing a wealth of expertise to the field. With an MBA in Behavioral Finance and active progress towards a Ph.D., Arslan possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics. His professional journey includes a significant role as a senior analyst at a leading brokerage firm, complementing his extensive experience as a market analyst and day trader. Adept in educating others, Arslan has a commendable track record as an instructor and public speaker. His incisive analyses, particularly within the realms of cryptocurrency and forex markets, are showcased across esteemed financial publications such as ForexCrunch, InsideBitcoins, and EconomyWatch, solidifying his reputation in the financial community.