Oil markets are under pressure as traders focus on rising COVID deaths in China and fear that an increase in Russian seaborne oil exports will put more pressure on prices.
Natural gas settled back above the $3.50 level as bulls bet on colder weather. Currently, demand for natural gas remains low. However, the weather may get colder closer to the end of the month, which provides support to natural gas markets.
WTI oil pulled back below the $79 level as traders took profits after the recent rally. Traders are also worried about rising coronavirus deaths in China, which may lead to a slower reopening of the country.
Brent oil has also found itself under pressure in today’s trading session. Russia has reportedly increased its seaborne exports, which is bearish for oil markets. From the technical point of view, Brent oil moved back below the 50 EMA level. In case Brent oil settles below the 50 EMA, it will have a good chance to gain downside momentum and move towards the 20 EMA at $82.35.
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