empty
06.10.2020 10:53 AM
Oil's current growth does not guarantee positive future prospects

This image is no longer relevant

The prices for crude oil benchmark brands jumped at a record pace on Monday which has not happened in the past four months. On Tuesday, the growth continues amid the news about the imminent adoption of the new stimulus package in the US. Note that this issue has been pressed for several months.

The price of futures contracts for Brent crude oil for delivery in December on the trading floor in London rose 0.51% or $0.21, which moved it to the level of $41.5 per barrel and fixed it above the strategically important mark of $40 per barrel. Thus, market participants have hope for long-term and steady growth. Monday's trading ended with an increase of 5.1% or $2.02, leaving the final price at $41.29 per barrel.

The price of futures contracts for WTI light crude oil for November delivery on the electronic trading platform in New York also went up by 0.46% or $0.18, which moved it to the level of $39.4 per barrel. Monday's trading also soared 5.9% or $2.17, leaving the price at $39.22 per barrel at the closing of trading.

The positive dynamics of the oil market began to manifest after another round of negotiations on the stimulus package in the US. Despite the fact that there is no clear progress towards an agreement, investors are increasingly convinced that a positive outcome of the negotiation process is simply inevitable. US President Donald Trump calls on the parties to quickly find a consensus and get rid of disagreements since such support measures are now very necessary for the state.

Meanwhile, the latest report on Trump's health condition state that he was discharged from the military hospital where he was placed immediately after testing positive for COVID-19. According to Trump's physicians, there are no threats to his condition, so he will continue treatment outside the White house.

Nevertheless, the situation in the oil market is far from ideal: the tension brought by problems does not simply go away. The main and very influential factor that puts pressure on oil continues to worsen. New outbreaks of coronavirus infections in the US and across the globe are continually recorded. In this regard, there are two scenarios for the development of events. The first is implemented in case of rapid growth in the cases out taking the scenario during the first wave. In this situation, authorities will have no choice but to introduce strict quarantine measures that will negatively affect the economies of countries that have not yet recovered from the spring shocks. The second scenario is possible only if the massive outbreaks can be contained. Then the quarantine measures will not be implemented in full, but only partly, and will not be so strict which will be easier for the economy to tolerate. Practically no one doubts the need to introduce restrictive measures.

Of course, the oil market will suffer greatly in both cases. The difference will only be in the level of cost that the quarantine measures will lead to. And it is definitely becoming clear that the forecasts regarding the recovery of demand for black gold by the end of the year will not be justified.

Maria Shablon,
Analytical expert of InstaForex
© 2007-2025
Select timeframe
5
min
15
min
30
min
1
hour
4
hours
1
day
1
week
Earn on cryptocurrency rate changes with InstaForex
Download MetaTrader 4 and open your first trade
  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    JOIN CONTEST

Recommended Stories

Iran attacks exacerbate oil crisis: S&P 500 freezes ahead of key US data

US attacks on Iran raise concerns about oil, retaliation S&P 500 near February highs but showing signs of stagnation Rising oil prices raise concerns about inflation, Fed policy Investors look

Thomas Frank 12:44 2025-06-23 UTC+2

US Market News Digest for June 23

Geopolitical tensions weigh on markets Investors remain cautious amid escalating Middle East tensions, awaiting potential Iranian retaliation. While market reactions have been muted so far, further conflict escalation could trigger

Ekaterina Kiseleva 12:31 2025-06-23 UTC+2

Supply risks fuel oil, Asia gains, dollar stays afloat

Asian stock markets rise on Friday Oil hovers near 4-1/2-month peak on supply shock risks Dollar resilient on safe-haven demand despite mixed signals from Fed Swiss franc steady after

Thomas Frank 10:55 2025-06-20 UTC+2

Investors confused: data weak, policy hawkish, hopes pinned on bonds

Treasury yields pared earlier losses after Fed Chair Powell's remarks. Middle East tensions linger as Iranian leader rebuffs Trump's surrender demands. Swiss National Bank cuts rates to zero. Stora Enso

14:05 2025-06-19 UTC+2

Investors are confused: data is weak, policy is aggressive, hope is in bonds

Treasury yields pare previous losses after Fed Chairman Powell's speech Middle East concerns remain Iranian leader rejects Trump's demand for capitulation Swiss National Bank cuts interest rates to zero Stora

Thomas Frank 13:58 2025-06-19 UTC+2

Crypto market unaffected by Fed's policy decision. Bitcoin adamant to hit $205,000 by year end

Following yesterday's Federal Reserve meeting, where the central bank kept its benchmark rate unchanged, markets showed little reaction. Stock indices remained within their current ranges, and Bitcoin avoided sharp price

Larisa Kolesnikova 10:45 2025-06-19 UTC+2

Bitcoin still immune to geopolitical tensions, but military conflicts could rattle crypto market

According to analysts, the ongoing military conflict between Israel and Iran could have a significant impact on the digital asset space. In case of a negative outcome, the crypto market

Larisa Kolesnikova 14:08 2025-06-18 UTC+2

Futures trading with gains while markets in limbo. Market participants respond to Fed's signals and geopolitics

Futures contracts rise: Dow +0.21%, S&P 500 +0.28%, and Nasdaq +0.35%. Markets await Fed's policy decision. Swedish central bank cuts interest rate. Airbus lifts dividend target, boosting shares. Gerresheimer jumps

13:47 2025-06-18 UTC+2

Futures up as world on edge: Markets react to Fed cues, geopolitics

Futures up: Dow 0.21%, S&P 500 0.28%, Nasdaq 0.35% Fed policy decision expected; Sweden cuts interest rates Airbus raises dividend target, boosts shares Gerresheimer gains on potential takeover talks with

Thomas Frank 13:45 2025-06-18 UTC+2

US Market News Digest for June 17

Tensions in the US stock market are rising as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies. Analysts warn that a potential full-scale war could trigger a 20% drop

Ekaterina Kiseleva 13:25 2025-06-17 UTC+2
Can't speak right now?
Ask your question in the chat.
Widget callback
 

Dear visitor,

Your IP address shows that you are currently located in the USA. If you are a resident of the United States, you are prohibited from using the services of InstaFintech Group including online trading, online transfers, deposit/withdrawal of funds, etc.

If you think you are seeing this message by mistake and your location is not the US, kindly proceed to the website. Otherwise, you must leave the website in order to comply with government restrictions.

Why does your IP address show your location as the USA?

  • - you are using a VPN provided by a hosting company based in the United States;
  • - your IP does not have proper WHOIS records;
  • - an error occurred in the WHOIS geolocation database.

Please confirm whether you are a US resident or not by clicking the relevant button below. If you choose the wrong option, being a US resident, you will not be able to open an account with InstaForex anyway.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused by this message.