
Tuesday’s decline in oil prices comes as analysts consider the impact of a potential global recession on demand. Which may become a bigger factor than supply disruption concerns, such as an anticipated reduction in Norwegian production.
Brent Crude fell $10.58, or 9.32%, to $102.90 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude shed $9.25, or 8.53%, to $99.27 per barrel from Friday's close.