Crude futures rose in early Asian trade today, extending the sharp gains made in the previous session on hopes policymakers' would reach an agreement to tackle the Euro zone's debt crisis and stem any slide in oil consumption. Brent crude rose 64 cents to 112.87 dollar a barrel while U.S. crude gained 72 cents to 87.52 dollar.
News On AIR | October 17, 2011 12:31 PM
Oil rises in early Asian Trade