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Bunker Prices Stable as Crude Makes Gains
Thursday May 29, 2014
A strong start to the summer driving season boosted WTI today as the EIA inventory data released displayed a significant draw on gasoline inventories.
Despite the rise in crude stockpiles, draws on distillates and Cushing inventories brought out the bulls.
In broader economic news, U.S. jobless claims fell more than expected while the economy contracted more than expected in the first quarter.
Investors continue to monitor the situation in Ukraine as Pro-Russian rebels downed a military helicopter in eastern Ukraine.
By end of the session WTI had gained $0.86/bbl settling at $103.58/bbl while Brent gained $0.16/bbl finishing the day at $109.97/bbl. Bunker prices were stable in the primary ports.