WTI retreats to $77 as Fed dents demand outlook

WTI retreats to $77 as Fed dents demand outlook

The WTI crude oil price has been on a losing streak for the fifth trading session due to a hawkish outlook on interest rates by Federal Reserve policymakers. Fed officials are uncertain about the disinflation process and are considering further tightening of monetary policy. The next trigger for oil prices will be the OPEC meeting scheduled for June 1 to discuss supply policy.

Dollar tumbles on soft inflation, weak retail sales

Dollar tumbles on soft inflation, weak retail sales

The EURUSD pair reached a monthly high near 1.0870 as the US Consumer Price Index eased and Retail Sales remained stagnant in April.