Crude Oil Conspires With Politics to Drive Rupee Toward Record Low

Gold Silver Reports (GSR) – Crude Oil Conspires With Politics to Drive Rupee Toward Record Low — Brent crude rose above $80 a barrel last week for the first time since 2014, and is looking ominous for the nation’s budget deficit, inflation and the currency. Meanwhile, Modi faces the prospect of rival parties uniting to block his re-election bid after their success at a recent state poll.

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Crude Oil Price Holds Near $70 as Trump Dumps Iran Deal

OIL REPORT — 1-U.S. Shale Oil Output to Hit Record High 7.9 Mln Bpd in Dec -EIA

Gold Silver Reports (GSR) – Crude Oil Price Holds Near $70 as Trump Dumps Iran Deal — The U.S. benchmark crude surged above $70 a barrel to start the week as traders speculated on Trump’s next move against the Islamic Republic. The U.S. will be working with its allies to “find a real, comprehensive and lasting solution to the Iranian threat,” Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in an emailed statement.

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Iran Decision: What’s at Stake for Global Oil Market?

Gold Silver Reports (GSR) – Iran Decision: What’s at Stake for Global Oil Market? – He could still surprise the world by agreeing to stay in the accord as diplomats try to negotiate side agreements to address his concerns, but foreign leaders and analysts say the president is likely to exit. That could result in renewed sanctions on the third-largest crude producer in the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries.                

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