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Oil Prices Steady Ahead of US-China Trade Talks

30 October, 2025, 10:34 am

Oil prices remained largely stable in early Asian trading on Thursday as investors awaited the outcome of the ongoing trade negotiations between the United States and China. Markets are watching closely for any signs of progress that could ease economic tensions and boost global demand forecasts.

Brent crude slipped by 4 cents, or 0.06%, to $64.88 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude eased 9 cents, or 0.15%, to $60.39 after moderate gains in the previous session.

Energy analysts noted that traders are exercising caution ahead of the talks, as the results