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Energy Market Briefing Saturday, September 12, 2026

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Oil prices are retreating sharply this morning after a strong weekly gain, with Brent crude down 2.81% to $104.61 and WTI down 2.37% to $100.05, according to price data. The sell-off follows a week dominated by supply risk concerns, with Rigzone reporting oil posted its biggest weekly gain since July due to Middle East conflict and mounting supply risks.

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