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2025-09-17 19:02:41
Crude Oil Under Pressure, Expectations of Rate Cuts Stir Market Nerves] ⑴ Crude oil futures prices fell during midday trading, with Brent and WTI both down 0.8% to $67.91 and $63.98 per barrel, respectively. ⑵ Although the Ukrainian attack on key Russian facilities has raised supply risks for Russian crude oil and the possibility of stricter Western sanctions, these factors have so far failed to provide sustained support for oil prices. ⑶ However, institutional analysts point out that the Federal Reserve's policy tone later in the day could have an impact on the oil market. In particular, if the Fed signals a shift toward rate cuts, this could further weaken the US dollar and boost market expectations for crude oil demand amid the risk of a global crude oil supply glut.
