Brent Crude

Investors also continued to remain on the sidelines amid political concerns in France.

Oil futures slid as traders booked profits on recent price upticks triggered by comments from Opec.

The US President called China 'grand champions' of currency manipulation.

Oil prices rally after Opec extends production cuts and inventory level defying analysts' expectations.

The rate increase, however, depends on jobs and inflation data.

Official tells International Petroleum Week it is unclear whether six months of cuts would be "enough or not".

Robust factory activity data from Germany and France also boosts markets.

Crude prices rally after Opec secretary general reassures market on high level of adherence to its pledged production cuts.

South Korea reported a 26.2% on-year jump in exports in dollar terms.

Oil market continues to weigh the upside pull of Opec cuts against the downside drag of higher US crude production.

US President Donald Trump's tax reform promise pushed major Wall Street indices to record highs last week.

Lack of obvious market drivers and mixed dollar trading ensured flat trading in major commodities contracts.

Weaker dollar and safe-haven bets ensured uptick in precious metals despite Federal Reserve Chairwoman remarks.

New York Fed president William Dudley said on Wednesday that the central bank could increase rates soon.

Official US crude inventory data did not prove to be quite as alarming as some had feared.

Yellen suggested that the US Fed's next rate increase could come as early as next month.

Crude prices recovered after Saudi Arabia said it reduced its crude production by the most in over eight years.

Investors are said to be concerned about Janet Yellen's stance on interest rate increases going forward.

Trump set aside harsh rhetoric over jobs and security leading to a smooth meeting with Abe.

Opec's production data is not due until 13 February, but IEA said cartel had achieved 90% of production cut target.

China reported a 7.9% on-year increase in exports and a 16.7% jump in imports in January.

Higher drawdown of US inventories sends Brent, WTI futures on recovery run.

The trend in Asian markets also follows renewed confidence in China's economy.

Oil falls for third successive session but gold rally extends further into positive territory.

Investors' confidence has also been dented over doubts surrounding Trump's policies and the election in France.

Oil futures fell to a three-week low with rig data pointing to a revival in the fortunes of shale explorers.

Oil giant and the rest of the industry suffers amid weak oil prices.

Economists suggested that China might report a $10.5bn fall in its foreign exchange reserves in January.

Trump White House, Brexit jitters and European election fears continue prop up gold demand.

China's Markit/Caixin services purchasing managers' index came in at 53.1 in January 2017.