Oil and Fuel

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BMI: Only small increase seen in 2009 oil consumption


Global oil consumption will increase by 0.6%, representing a decline of 1.3% in OECD countries and an increase of 2.3% in non-OECD countries, according to analyst Business Monitor International.


MARKET WATCH: Energy prices rise as Gaza conflict escalates


Crude futures prices rose again Jan. 5 as the conflict in Gaza continues to escalate, said analysts with Raymond James & Associates Inc.