Oil prices dip on China demand concerns and eased Middle East tensions

Oil prices continued the downward trajectory, extending losses as market participants reacted to disappointing economic news from China and reduced concerns about potential conflict escalation in the Middle East. The recent economic data from China has been a significant drag on oil prices. The manufacturing activity of China likely contracted for the third consecutive month. This persistent weakness in the manufacturing sector is a clear signal of softer demand for commodities, including oil.

Attention is now on the upcoming Politburo meeting, which is expected to take place this week. Although there is some anticipation of economic policy support, expectations remain tempered after the recent Third Plenum reiterated existing policies without introducing significant new measures.

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