Oil prices edged higher after a significant decline earlier in the week, driven by geopolitical tensions and concerns over potential disruptions to energy infrastructure. Brent crude rose above $74 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate hovered near $71.
Market volatility has been influenced by tensions in key regions and China’s efforts to boost demand, the world’s largest oil importer.
Additionally, the International Energy Agency’s forecast of a potential oil surplus next year has added to market uncertainty. Traders are now focused on U.S. stockpile reports for further insight into consumption trends.
Natural Gas (NG)s is trading at $2.79, up slightly by 0.29%, but it’s been in a clear downtrend recently. On the 4-hour chart, we’re seeing some consolidation within a tight range. Key levels to watch include support at $2.45 and resistance at $2.55, which also coincides with the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level.
This means that the market has retraced about 38% of its recent decline, potentially setting up for more movement. The 50-period EMA at $2.57 and the 200-period EMA at $2.64 suggest bearish pressure remains strong.
If prices dip below $2.45, we could see a sharp sell-off, but a break above $2.55 would signal a possible reversal. Keep an eye on these levels for the next move.
USOIL is trading at $70.80, down 0.23%, and the market has been steadily moving lower over the past few sessions. On the 4-hour chart, we’ve just completed a 23.6% Fibonacci retracement near the $71 mark, hinting at some temporary stability.
Right now, the price is caught between a solid support level at $69.67 and resistance at $71.60, which also acts as a pivot point. The 50-period EMA at $72.66 and 200-period EMA at $72.40 suggest that bearish momentum is still in play.
If oil breaks below $69.67, we could see a sharper sell-off, but a move above $71.60 could signal a shift toward more bullish sentiment. Keep an eye on these key levels.
UKOIL is trading at $74.43, down 0.29%, as the market struggles to find direction amid broader economic uncertainties. On the 4-hour chart, we’re seeing prices consolidating below the pivot point at $75.14.
Immediate support sits at $73.39, which is a key level to watch—if prices fall below that, we could see a sharp move lower toward $72.10 or even $70.61.
Resistance is more distant, with the 50-period EMA at $76.32 and next major hurdles at $76.85 and $78.06. For now, the trend remains bearish, but a break above $75.14 could signal a reversal.
Traders should keep an eye on $73.39 as the line in the sand for further declines.
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