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Gasoline refining margins inch up

Grade Bbullish AI signal$BRENT
Northwest European gasoline refining margins climbed $1.25 per barrel to $18.85 on Friday, rising despite higher oil prices.

Bullish strength: 60/100

  • Gasoline refining margins increased from $17.60 to $18.85 per barrel.
  • Eurobob E5 barges recorded 12,000 metric tons of trading activity.

Bearish strength: 40/100

  • Higher oil prices could pressure gasoline refining margins if product prices fail to keep pace.
  • Japan is considering scaling back gasoline subsidies as early as December amid concerns over funding.

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