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Why are there two oil prices?
The story mentions Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) because they are two major global benchmarks for oil. They represent different types of crude oil from distinct geographical regions, with varying qualities and delivery points. This means their prices can fluctuate independently based on regional supply, demand, and storage conditions.
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