Oil prices rise on potential US tariff exemptions on cars, pick-up in China crude imports


BEIJING: Oil prices climbed in early trading on Tuesday, boosted by new tariff exemptions floated by President Donald Trump and a rebound in China crude oil imports in anticipation of tighter Iranian supply.

Brent crude futures gained 27 cents, or 0.42%, to $65.15 per barrel by 0046 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 26 cents, also 0.42%, to $61.79.

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