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US Gulf Coast Heavy Crude Oil Prices Firm Amid Supply Shortage

Dark clouds are seen above a refinery as Hurricane Ike approaches the Gulf of Mexico near Houston, Texas

Heavy crude oil prices in the US Gulf Coast region are showing signs of strength as supplies tighten, according to recent reports. The differential between heavy crude oil and benchmark prices has been firming up, indicating increased demand for this type of oil.

The tightening supplies are likely a result of various factors, including production cuts and disruptions in key oil-producing regions. This has led to a decrease in the availability of heavy crude oil, pushing prices higher.

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