Oil prices rise, Brent hits $85.28 on weekly winning streak

Both benchmark crudes are on course for consecutive weekly gains, with Brent approaching its third straight week in the green.

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Brent crude climbed to $85.28 per barrel on Friday while WTI reached $79.98, each gaining around 1.25–1.3 per cent on the day. Both benchmarks are on track for roughly 12 per cent weekly gains, with Brent heading for its third consecutive weekly advance.

Key points

  • Brent crude rose 1.25% to $85.28 per barrel Friday
  • WTI gained 1.3% to reach $79.98 per barrel
  • Both benchmarks up roughly 12% for the week

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Oil prices climbed on Friday, with Brent crude futures rising $1.05, or 1.25 per cent, to $85.28 per barrel. US West Texas Intermediate added $1.03, or 1.3 per cent, to reach $79.98 per barrel.

Both benchmarks are on track to close the week roughly 12 per cent higher, extending a run of weekly gains. Brent is approaching its third consecutive weekly advance, while WTI is heading for its second.