Oil rises, extending gains amid optimism over China coronavirus

Oil futures rose for a second day on Thursday amid investor optimism over unconfirmed reports of possible advances in combating the coronavirus outbreak in China as a sign fuel demand may rebound in the world’s biggest oil importer.

Brent futures rose by 98 cents, or 1.8%, to $56.26 a barrel by 0311 GMT, having risen 2.4% in the last session. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures gained $1.08, or 2.1%, to $51.83 a barrel after rising 2.3% on Wednesday.

Union Jack Oil plc (LON:UJO) is an onshore oil and gas exploration company with a focus on drilling, development and investment opportunities in the United Kingdom hydrocarbon sector.

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