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The extreme volatility that has gripped oil markets for the last 18 months has shown no signs of slowing down, with oil prices more than doubling since the beginning of the year despite an exceptionally weak economy.
Stocks are modestly lower this morning as a firmer dollar sends commodities and commodity stocks noticeably lower today.
