OPEC oil price rises above $44
By DPA, Gaea News NetworkWednesday, March 11, 2009
VIENNA - The price for oil produced by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) crossed the $44 mark Monday, the Vienna-based cartel announced Tuesday.
One barrel (159 litres) of OPEC-produced crude stood at $44.14 at the start of the week, $0.99 higher than last Friday.
OPEC calculates a basket price based on 12 brands produced by its members.
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