[MARKET UPDATE] Brent marks session highs on a USD 101/bbl handle, Bourses tick lower while high-beta currencies suffer

Brent crude rising to session highs signals strong demand or supply concerns but may also be driven by currency fluctuations, particularly the weaker USD.

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Meanwhile, the decline in equity markets and high-beta currencies suggests a risk-off sentiment, which could further impact broader commodity trade dynamics moving forward.

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