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Who controls global oil prices?

Global oil prices are influenced by a mix of supply and demand, geopolitical events, and decisions by major oil-producing countries like those in OPEC+. Disruptions to supply, such as attacks on refineries, or changes in demand from big economies, can cause prices to fluctuate significantly.

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