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Crude oil prices rose slightly due to potential U.S. sanctions on Russia's energy sector and a blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers, raising supply concerns. Brent crude increased by 0.2% to $59.78/barrel, and West Texas Intermediate crude rose by 0.3% to $56.13/barrel. The U.S. may impose further sanctions if Russia does not agree to a peace deal with Ukraine, though no decision has been made yet. Analysts suggest these sanctions could significantly impact global oil supply.

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Dow Jones Top Energy Headlines at 12 AM ET: The $8 Billion Black Market for Venezuelan Oil Is Suddenly Closing Down | BP ...

How Venezuela sends oil around the world despite sanctions — and why Trump wants to put a stop to it - The U.S. seized a Venezuelan oil tanker last week in a move described by Nicolas Maduro’s government as an ‘act of international piracy’

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Escalating tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela have impacted the global oil market. Venezuela, with the world's largest oil reserves, faces reduced output due to sanctions from the U.S., U.K., and E.U. Additionally, Trump's order to block sanctioned oil tankers has further complicated the situation.

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US crude oil inventories fell by 1.274 million barrels in the week ended December 12, 2025, following a 1.812 million barrel decline the previous week. Crude stocks at the Cushing, Oklahoma delivery hub decreased by 742 thousand barrels. Gasoline inventories rose by 4.808 million barrels, and distillate stockpiles increased by 1.712 million barrels.

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Geopolitical tensions have escalated, leading to increased demand for safe-haven assets, driving precious metals such as gold and silver higher across the board. Although the latest U.S. employment data shows a cooling labor market, there are no signs of a sharp deterioration, prompting traders to reduce bets on a recent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. As a result, the U.S. dollar index has risen across the board, and the market's current focus has shifted to the upcoming inflation data for clearer clues on policy direction

- On December 17, 2025, Asia-Pacific stocks declined amid escalating geopolitical tensions, with gold and silver prices surging to new highs.  
- U.S. crude oil prices reacted positively to sanctions on Venezuelan oil tankers, while ongoing demand for safe-haven assets fueled gains in precious metals.  
- Despite a rise in unemployment rates, recent labor market data did not indicate a severe downturn, leading to a reduction in expectations for imminent Fed rate cuts.

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Geopolitical disturbances, U.S. stock futures slightly lower, the dollar rises, gold approaches historical highs, silver hits new highs again

US gasoline futures have risen to over $2 per gallon, the highest level since September 26, driven by the approaching winter heating season and declining inventories. Gasoline stocks decreased by 4.73 million barrels in the week ending October 31, significantly more than expected. Additionally, US sanctions on Russia have restricted fuel exports, contributing to price support. OPEC+ has agreed to increase December output by 137,000 barrels per day but will pause further increases in the first quarter of next year.

US Gasoline Futures Rise to Over 6-Week High

United States Gasoline Fund LP (UGA) reported a net loss of $1,196,408 for August 2025, as revealed in its monthly account statement released on September 29, 2025. The fund's net asset value fell from $80,790,202 at the start of August to $76,467,654 by month-end, primarily due to realized trading losses on commodity futures. UGA focuses on gasoline futures, providing investors exposure to gasoline price movements. Current market cap stands at $75.16M with an average trading volume of 14,658.