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U.S. Crude Oil Inventories Surge, Prices Hit Four-Session Low

3/5/2025

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U.S. crude oil inventories increased by 3.6 million barrels, surpassing analyst predictions and indicating potential demand decline.
Oil prices dropped for four straight sessions, hitting their lowest levels since September amid trade war fears and OPEC+ output plans.
Analysts caution that reintroducing withheld oil may exacerbate supply issues, despite modest growth in global consumption.

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Story summary

U.S. crude oil inventories increased by 3.6 million barrels, surpassing analyst predictions and indicating potential demand decline.
Oil prices dropped for four straight sessions, hitting their lowest levels since September amid trade war fears and OPEC+ output plans.
Analysts caution that reintroducing withheld oil may exacerbate supply issues, despite modest growth in global consumption.