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Brent crude oil surpasses $91 for the first time since August

The price of Brent crude oil for October delivery reaches high levels, exceeding $91 per barrel.

18 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Today, the price of Brent crude oil for October delivery opened above $91 per barrel, marking the highest value since the beginning of August. This increase in price reflects the ongoing trend of appreciation for Brent crude, which has shown no signs of slowing down this month.

Reports on the price of Brent have been covered by various sources, including Notícias ao Minuto and RTP, which emphasize that this situation has been developing throughout the month, indicating a context of instability in the oil markets and potentially influenced by various global factors.

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