
Oil prices fell more than 7% on March 18, 2021, their largest one-day drop since September. Traders reacted to signs that European demand could weaken and to data showing crude supply remains plentiful.
Weak demand expectations and ample supply point to continued downward pressure on crude. This lowers energy-linked costs for feed and biofuel inputs.
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Reports the March 18 drop on fears of weaker European demand and plentiful crude supply.