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Hedge funds track energy market swings as Middle East tension boosts oil

Crude is set for its strongest weekly performance since April, raising both disruption risks and potential opportunities for energy-focused hedge funds.

Hedge funds are keeping a close watch on energy markets after rising Middle East tensions supported crude prices toward their strongest weekly performance since April, according to a report cited by Hedgeweek.

The escalation, tied to conflict involving the US and Iran, has increased investor focus on potential disruptions to global energy supplies, a dynamic that can quickly change the outlook for commodity-focused trading strategies.

Hedgeweek said the move is creating fresh opportunities and risks for hedge funds with exposure to energy themes as traders reassess supply and demand assumptions.

Latest closeWTI crude $79.00 ▼0.8%

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