United States
Crude oil WTI futures for March also fell by 0.3 percent, reaching $77.12 per barrel
Georgieva noted that the U.S. economy is performing "quite a bit better" than anticipated
Western Asia's economy is set to strengthen to 3.5 percent in 2025, driven by improved prospects in Saudi Arabia and Türkiye
Crude oil WTI Futures expiring in March increased by 1.7 percent, hitting $77.06 a barrel
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.17 percent to 109.83, making bullion less attractive for other currency holders
Prices are set for weekly gains as uncertainty over U.S. interest rates and trade tariffs boosts safe haven demand
Brent oil futures set to expire in March climbed by 0.4 percent to reach $77.22 per barrel
UAE and U.S. seek to foster innovation, create jobs and accelerate the adoption of next-generation technologies
Brent crude futures for March delivery decreased by 0.5 percent, settling at $75.79 per barrel
The U.S. dollar index held steady at 109.09, nearing the two-year high it touched last week
The U.S. dollar index gained 0.03 percent to 108.57, making bullion less attractive for other currency holders
