WTI crude oil pared some of its gains after dismal US economic data. It hit a low of $80.68 at the time of writing and is currently trading at $83.49.
According to the American Petroleum Institute (API), US crude inventories rose by 4.9 million barrels for the week ended Apr 26, compared to a forecast of 1.5 million barrels. Markets eye ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas for further movement.
US economic data
Chicago PMI- Weak (negative for crude)
CB consumer confidence- weak (bearish for crude)
Major factors for crude oil price movement-
US dollar index (Bullish)- negative for Crude.
Major resistance - 106.50/107.20.
Major support- 105/103.80.
Geopolitical tension- Progress in ceasefire talks between Israel and Gaza (Negative for crude).
Ichimoku analysis (4- hour chart)
Tenken-Sen- $82.09
Kijun-Sen- $82.67
The immediate resistance is around $81.55. Any jump above the target of $82.08/$82.53/$83. On the lower side, near-term support is around $80. Any breach below will drag the commodity down to $78/$76.
It is good to sell on rallies around $82 with SL around $83.10 for a TP of $80/$78.


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