London — Oil prices rose on Wednesday after industry data showing a fall in stockpiles of US crude somewhat eased worries about subdued demand due to the China-US trade war.

Brent crude futures climbed 70c to $60.21 a barrel by 8.58am GMT. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures gained 83c to $55.76 a barrel...

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