World crude oil prices today February 5, 2025
Brent crude futures were down 39 cents, or 0.51%, at $75.81 a barrel by 0427 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) lost 26 cents, or 0.36%, to $72.44.
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Shortly after tariffs on China imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump took effect on Tuesday, China's Finance Ministry said it would impose levies of 15% on imports of U.S. coal and LNG and 10% for crude oil as well as on farm equipment and some autos.
World crude oil prices today February 4, 2025
Brent futures fell 50 cents, or 0.7%, to $75.46 a barrel by 0432 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude declined 89 cents, or 1.2%, to trade at $72.27.
Iran's oil industry, a symbol of self-sufficiency and independence, has made significant strides since the Islamic Revolution, utilizing domestic capabilities and indigenous expertise.
The 58th Meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee (JMMC) took place via videoconference on Monday, 03 February 2025.
World crude oil prices today February 3, 2025
U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose $1.44, or 2 percent, to $73.97 a barrel. Brent crude futures rose 62 cents, or 0.8 percent, to $76.29 a barrel.
Following the inauguration of the 14th administration in Iran, the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) has taken significant steps to address gas shortages, increase oil production, and develop infrastructure in the oil industry.
Iranian firm NTBF, with support from the National Iranian Oil Company, has unveiled its first domestically produced radar-based tank level gauge and comprehensive hydrocarbon tank monitoring software.
The 1st Boushehr Exhibition of Oil, Gas, Energy, Refining and Petrochemical Industry has opened in southern Boushehr province, the head of Boushehr International Exhibitions Company said.
India increased its imports of Russian crude oil by 13% in January, 9% from December, and 9% from a year earlier, thanks to Indian refiners taking advantage of the 49-day grace period.
Lukoil, Russia's second-largest oil producer, plans to raise around $2 billion from the sale of its Burgas oil refinery in Bulgaria, according to Bulgaria's Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov.
Global Oil Prices on 1 February 2025
The price of Brent crude oil rose by 38 cents, or 0.49%, today, reaching $77.25 per barrel. Meanwhile, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude increased by 60 cents, or 0.82%, trading at $73.33 per barrel.
World crude oil price today January 30, 2025
Brent crude futures were down 7 cents, or 0.09%, at $76.51 a barrel by 0738 GMT. U.S. crude futures were little changed at 2 cents up, or 0.03%, to $72.64. U.S.
A representative from Sudan's Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, who was a member of the delegation sent to Iran, said: "We need Iranian knowledge and expertise to establish upstream oil industries."
World crude oil price today January 29, 2025
Brent crude futures were down 59 cents, or 0.76%, to $77.90 a barrel as of 0916 GMT, while U.S. crude futures had lost 55 cents, or 0.75%, at $73.22.
US sanctions on Russia's oil and gas sector have disrupted global energy trade, impacting interactions with China and India. Chartering costs for unaffected tankers have surged, creating trade hurdles, amidst economic pressure on Russia.
World crude oil price today January 28, 2025
Brent crude oil futures were up by 35 cents, or 0.45%, to $77.43 per barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 30 cents, or 0.41%, to $73.47.
Indian Oil Corp, the country's top refiner, is reportedly facing a potential decrease in Russian oil imports this fiscal year due to recent U.S. sanctions on Moscow.
The CEO of Tehran Oil Refining Company announced that, while adhering to quality standards, the company has added more than 1 million liters per day to its motor gasoline production output.
India's dependence on Russian oil has grown significantly since the 2022 Ukraine invasion, and the new sanctions could lead to higher inflation and supply disruptions.