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Uptrend Intact

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Crude futures slightly softer in Asia but sticking to yesterday's range. WTI and Brent crude futures traded inside the week's range Tuesday, but importantly WTI held north of $80/bbl. This keeps the bullish case intact as markets continue to position for tighter winter supply in the coming months. This week's gains confirm an extension of the current bullish price sequence of higher highs and higher lows, reinforcing the uptrend. Note that the $80.00 psychological hurdle has also been cleared. The focus is on $81.60, a Fibonacci projection. Note that inventory figures have been delayed by a day due to the US Columbus Day holiday while the IEA releases its World Energy Outlook later today.

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