Oil Markets Stabilize Post-Election: Balancing Trump's Policies and Supply Concerns

7 November 2024

Oil prices experienced a slight recovery following the U.S. presidential election, as traders weighed the potential impact of Donald Trump’s victory on oil supply and demand. The market is balancing concerns over possible supply disruptions due to Trump’s policies, particularly regarding Iran and Venezuela, against the strengthening U.S. dollar and rising inventories. Additionally, Hurricane Rafael in the Gulf of Mexico is contributing to supply concerns, temporarily halting some oil production in the region.

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