Oil prices extend losses amid reports of possible European diesel and crude stock release
Crude prices fell further after Reuters reported EU nations were weighing a release of diesel reserves following pressure from the Trump administration.
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Oil prices extended their decline on reports that European Union nations are discussing a potential release of diesel and crude reserves.
According to a Reuters report cited by CNBC, the discussions among EU members followed pressure from the Trump administration over fuel supplies.
Both West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude benchmarks were trading lower as markets weighed the prospect of additional supply entering the market.
No final decision on a reserve release has been announced, and further details on the scope or timing of any potential move were not immediately available.
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- Oil prices extend losses after reports of potential European diesel, crude stock release — CNBC — Top News
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