Oil prices
Surging prices fueled by refinery activity, China demand, and Middle East disruptions
The recent attacks on refineries added a risk premium of $2-$3 per barrel to crude prices
Surprise decline in U.S. crude stockpiles supports prices
Surprising drop in U.S. oil and gasoline inventories points to increased demand from top fuel consumer
Concerns over China's economic weakness continue to impact oil market
The focus on U.S. inflation data, OPEC report influences oil prices
Mixed signals from U.S. jobs data impact prices
Positive signals from U.S. Federal Reserve add to bullish sentiment
Expectations of delayed U.S. interest rate cuts offset positive market indicators
OPEC+ output cuts offset worries over China's economic growth
Pledges by China to revamp economy add to investor worries about sluggish growth
