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Crude oil prices fall back below 104 dollars as Saudi supply fears ease

Both major contracts fell on Thursday after reports that Riyadh is offering extra crude cargoes through Oman to offset disrupted exports. Prices remain elevated above 100 dollars due to lingering concerns over the wider Middle East conflict. Nissan Securities Investment noted that easing tensions ahead of a US-China summit also helped cap gains.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 September 2026 at 8:01

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