General17 June 2026

Global crude oil prices slide further

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Crude oil prices in the global market have fallen to the lowest level since early March.

Accordingly, the price of Brent crude was recorded at USD 78.64 per barrel today (17).

Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was recorded at USD 75.63 per barrel.

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