Oil prices climbed roughly 1% on Friday, reaching a two-week high, as heightened geopolitical tensions stemming from the escalating Russia-Ukraine war boosted the market’s risk premium. Brent crude rose 94 cents (1.3%) to settle at $75.17 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $1.14 (1.6%) to close at $71.24. For the week, […]
