Singapore — Oil slipped in early Asian trade on Monday as traders eyed an Opec technical meeting this week at which a recommendation is expected to ease supply cuts that have been propping up crude prices.

Brent crude had fallen 27c to $42.97 a barrel by 3.14am while US West Texas Intermediate crude was at $40.27 a barrel, down 28c...

Subscribe now to unlock this article.

Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).

There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.

Cancel anytime.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.