Oil prices turn mixed in Asian trade
SINGAPORE: Oil turned mixed in Asian trade Monday, with analysts saying prices are supported by fears about an escalation of the Ukraine crisis after the downing of a Malaysian airliner.Investors...
July 21, 2014
Investors were also eyeing developments in the Middle East after Israel launched a ground offensive against Hamas militants in Gaza, fuelling worries about the oil-rich region.
US benchmark West Texas Intermediate for August delivery was down 21 cents at $102.92 in afternoon trade, a day before the contract expires. Brent crude for September rose six cents to $107.30.
