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Funds Risk-On Across Crude & Products

Brent rebounded on renewed Iran tensions. We expect funds to add longs across crude/products, while producers stay more defensive.
Published: July 9, 2026
Written by:
Donna Dong

Donna Dong

Research Analyst, Flux
Donna Dong
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In the week ending 07 Jul, the M1 Brent futures contract initially declined from $79.19/bbl on 30 Jun to $70.14/bbl on 02 Jul, before rallying to $76.36/bbl on 07 Jul.

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Written by

Donna Dong

Research Analyst, Flux
Donna Dong

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