Oil rises to 5-month highs, Brent at 88 dollars - Breaking news. Oil prices rise further on news from the Middle East and the prospect of a supply cut from Mexico.

The WTI with May delivery surpassed 84 dollars a barrel, rising by 0.55% to 84.17. Brent for delivery in June is instead at 88 dollar a barrel with an increase of 0.7%. These are the highest prices in the last 5 months. Reproduction reserved © Copyright ANSA.