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Sign InWest Texas Intermediate (WTI) US crude oil prices fell below $63 per barrel on Thursday, marking a notable decline in the commodities market. This downturn was primarily driven by a combination of geopolitical and demand-side factors. Investors reacted to the potential for a sharp de-escalation in tensions between the United States and Iran, which typically reduces the geopolitical risk premium on oil. Concurrently, growing skepticism regarding the strength of future oil demand from China further weighed on prices. Analysts are now closely monitoring both geopolitical developments and economic indicators from major consumers to gauge the short-term outlook for crude. The confluence of these factors suggests a bearish sentiment for oil prices in the near term.