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Oil prices retreat as investors weigh supply outlook, West Asia tensions

2026-10-17T19:42:40.000Z

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Brent crude futures fell $1.64, or 1.6%, to $104.42 a barrel by 0337 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 98 cents, or 1%, to $94.11, reversing gains from the ‌previous session

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