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Oil prices ticked higher in early trade on Thursday as investors weighed the escalating conflict in the Middle East and the potential for disruption to crude flows, against an amply-supplied global market.

Oil rises as Middle East conflict deepens, gains capped by global supply outlook

The market has a not-so-secret cushion should Israel target Iran's oil industry.

Oil shock? How OPEC+ could soften the blow if the Middle East conflict hits supply.

U.S. WTI crude oil prices climbed 0.39%, as Israel vowed a "painful" retaliation to Iran's missile attack, lending support to oil prices. However, the rise was tempered by an increase in U.S. crude oil inventories.

WTI Crude Oil Prices Rise on Middle East Tensions Despite U.S. Inventory Increase

OPEC rebutted a Wall Street Journal report on Wednesday, calling it wholly inaccurate and misleading in saying that Saudi Arabia's energy minister warned oil prices will drop to $50 per barrel if OPEC+ members do not stick to agreed-upon production limits.

OPEC rebuts WSJ article on Saudi saying oil prices could drop to $50

Oil moved away from session highs amid demand worries.

Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Pulls Back As Crude Inventories Rise

The oil market faces a rising risk of supply disruptions as war spreads in the Middle East, geopolitical and crude market analysts say. Israel could hit Iran's oil facilities in response for the Islamic Republic's ballistic missile attack.

Israel retaliation may target Iran oil infrastructure, boosting prices further, Wall Street analysts say

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Gold was highlighted by UBS as an appealing investment as a hedge against geopolitical risks from the Middle East and potential US political shifts in this election year. After Iran launched its second missile attack on Israel this year, the price of the yellow metal picked up to $2,670 per ounce, having dropped back from last week's all-time highs in the past couple of days.

Gold and oil highlighted as investment hedges against geopolitical risk

Despite signs that the oil market may face a surplus, OPEC+ has decided not to alter its plan to gradually restore oil production by the end of the year. Following an online meeting of the supervisory committee of its 23 members, the alliance announced no changes to its existing strategy.

OPEC+ Maintains Oil Production Plans Despite Market Concerns

Brent Crude Oil Prices Rise Amid Geopolitical Tensions

The latest data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) shows notable changes in oil and gasoline inventories.

US EIA Report Reveals Significant Changes in Oil and Gasoline Inventories

Gasoline inventories also rose, while distillate fuel oil stocks fell

U.S. Adds to Crude Oil Stockpiles

Domestic oil production increased from 13.2 million bpd to 13.3 million bpd.

Crude Inventories Rise By 3.9 Million Barrels, Exceeding Analyst Expectations

In the midst of a lot of geopolitical issues in the Middle East, we continue to see the crude oil market rally. That being said, this is also a situation where we will continue to see concerns about global growth perhaps dampening demand.

Crude Oil Price Forecast – Crude Oil Continues to Rally

Crude oil prices rose again Wednesday as traders priced in heightened concerns about violence in the Middle East.

Oil Prices Rise Again As Concerns About Middle East Conflict Escalate

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, vowed late Tuesday that Israel will exact a "painful" response against Iran. Traders fear Israel's response could target Iranian oil facilities.

Crude oil jumps nearly 3% as Israel vows 'painful' response to Iran missile attack

US stocks are expected to slip lower when Wall Street begins trading on Wednesday, joining most European markets in the red.  Dow Jones futures fell 0.3% ahead of the open, while those for the S&P 500 are down 0.2% and for the Nasdaq 100 they are 0.1% lower.

Dow Jones tipped to slip lower as risk-off mood hits global equities, oil prices keep rising

Oil futures extended gains Wednesday, rising more than 3% while investors awaited Israel's response to a massive missile barrage by Iran a day earlier, stoking fears of a wider conflict that could impede flows of crude from the Middle East.

Oil prices rise over 3% as Israel weighs response to Iran missile attack

Middle East conflict risks disrupt oil production, with traders eyeing crude futures above $72.21. Analysts predict further price spikes amid geopolitical tensions.

Oil News: Tensions in Middle East Push Crude Futures Higher – Key Levels to Watch

Treasury yields rose early Wednesday amid concerns rising energy prices and a prolonged U.S. dock strike may stoke inflation.

Treasury yields reverse safe-haven falls as oil prices rise, U.S. dock strike continues

Saudi Arabia's oil minister reportedly warned fellow producers that oil could drop to $50 if they don't comply with agreed production cuts.

Saudi minister warns of $50 oil if OPEC members don't adhere to production cuts: report

The kingdom called out members for overproducing, in what was seen as a veiled threat of a price war.

Saudi Minister Warns of $50 Oil as OPEC+ Members Flout Production Curbs

United Arab Emirates Energy Minister Suhail al-Mazrouei said on Wednesday OPEC+ was doing a noble job of balancing the oil market even if does not produce the majority of oil in the world.

OPEC+ doing 'noble' job of balancing oil market, says UAE

Geopolitical risks escalate as Iran tensions put up to 4% of global oil supply at risk, pushing crude prices toward $100 per barrel.

Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Will Iran Tensions Push Oil Prices Back to Triple Digits?

Iranian oil infrastructure may now be a target for Israel after the latest the missile attack, analysts warned. On Tuesday, Iran launched a ballistic missile strike at Israel in retaliation for its recent killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and an Iranian commander in Lebanon.

Oil watchers now see a real threat of supply disruptions after latest Iran-Israel escalation

Oil gained in early Asian trade on rising Mideast tensions. The direct involvement of Iran, an OPEC member, increases the likelihood of oil supply disruptions, ANZ Research analysts said.

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