Oil prices hold steady as signs of expected job growth in US may support fuel demand in oil market

Oil prices held steady yesterday as signs of stronger-than-expected job growth in the US may support fuel demand in the biggest oil market. However, concerns persist about oversupply and softer fuel demand growth in the coming year.

 

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intra-day trade, Brent crude was trading at 75 dollars and 13 cents per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was trading at 70 dollars and 47 cents per barrel when reports last came in.