Oil price remains at $107 due to Middle East war

Brent crude price fell slightly by 0.3% amid Trump's accusations against Europe. Market volatility persists, with the MERVAL index potentially rising by 2.8%.

Buenos Aires, March 31 (NA) – The price of oil remains at $107 due to a lack of progress in resolving the war in the Middle East. The Brent crude quote is down 0.3% at midday on Tuesday. The price per barrel has not changed, despite recent statements from Donald Trump targeting Europe for not collaborating on the liberation of the Strait of Hormuz.

This situation maintains volatility in the markets, and at the opening of the session, the MERVAL could rise by 2.8%, according to the Argentine News Agency.

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