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Oil prices near $90 as Middle East tensions rise

The geopolitical risk premium in oil prices had been unwinding this week on the perception that the US could ensure tensions were managed

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Oil prices fall but further escalation could see rates at $100 a barrel

Analysts said prolonged tensions through the second quarter this year have largely priced oil at $85-$90 per barrel