Oil and gas

Venezuela's oil exports had grown 12 percent in 2023 to 700,000 bpd after the easing of some U.S. sanctions

Brent crude futures for June delivery gained 48 cents, or 0.5 percent, settling at $90.58 per barrel

Concerns arose from attacks on Russian refineries and potential conflict escalation in the Middle East

Russia's commitment to deeper production cuts as a key factor influencing the crude oil market in the coming months
