Crude oil futures end higher as U.S. Revokes Chevron's license in Venezuela

28 Feb 2025 Evaluate

Crude oil futures ended higher on Thursday, as the U.S. government's decision to revoke Chevron Corporation's license to operate in Venezuela raised supply concerns. Oil prices were also supported by reports that OPEC+ is debating whether to raise oil output in April as planned or freeze it as its members struggle to read the global supply picture because of fresh U.S. sanctions on Venezuela, Iran and Russia. Further, the potential impact of proposed tariffs by U.S. on imports from several countries raised concerns about global economic growth.

Benchmark crude oil futures for April increased $1.73 or about 2.52% at $70.35 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Brent crude for April delivery gained $1.51 or 2.1% to settle at $74.04 a barrel on London's Intercontinental Exchange.


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