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Oil Rises Over 3% With Focus on Price Recovery and Geopolitical Tension

Written by Paulo H. S. Nogueira

Published on 09/01/2026 at 09:05

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The oil prices closed higher this Thursday, January 8, 2026. The movement represented a clear attempt to recover recent losses. In addition, investors closely monitored the tensions surrounding Venezuela and awaited the announcement of the U.S. payroll, set for this Friday.

At the New York Mercantile Exchange (Nymex), WTI for February rose 3.16%, or US$ 1.77, closing the day at US$ 57.76 per barrel.
Meanwhile, Brent for March, traded on the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), advanced 3.39%, a rise equivalent to US$ 2.03, closing at US$ 61.99 per barrel, according to data cited by Reuters.

Venezuela Resumes Influence Over the Global Market

The increase reflects a global scenario still marked by instability. In recent days, the crisis in Venezuela reignited the perception of risk in the energy market.
This factor returned volatility to prices and heightened attention regarding supply.

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Furthermore, analysts assess that the possibility of the country exporting more oil in the future could alter the balance of the international market. However, the political situation and operational capacity remain uncertain, which keeps some investors on alert.

Payroll Gains Strength as an Indicator for Fuels

Another important factor for the rise in prices was the expectation for the U.S. payroll. The employment report usually influences projections for consumption and economic activity.
If the numbers indicate greater growth, the market tends to anticipate more energy demand in the short term.

Thus, oil rose not only due to geopolitical issues but also because of the outlook for a strengthening labor market in the United States.

Technical Movement After Recent Declines

The increase also functioned as an adjustment. After days of decline, many investors decided to repurchase oil contracts.
This allowed prices to find space to rise and reduce some of the accumulated losses.

Even so, experts remind us that the scenario remains volatile.
Regional conflicts, decisions by major producers, and economic indicators can quickly alter the landscape.

Still an Unstable Environment for Oil

Despite the significant advance this Thursday, the market remains vulnerable to new events.
Global production continues to be subject to disruptions, and negotiations involving major producers, such as Venezuela itself, could change the global flow in a matter of days.

Therefore, the positive movement does not guarantee a sustained trend.
On the contrary, it reinforces an environment in which any economic or political signal can cause prices to fluctuate intensely.

According to analysts consulted by Reuters, the upcoming trading days are expected to keep oil sensitive to indicators, diplomatic agendas, and supply contingencies.

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