Crude oil futures back below $90, but buyers remain in control

<p>Crude oil prices have risen by $1.33, marking a 1.5% increase, and are currently trading at $89.85. Today's peak reached $90.26, the first time it surpassed $90 since November 8, before retracting slightly. A few key observations from the daily chart:</p><ul><li>On September 1, the price surpassed a crucial range between $82.43 and $83.44 (highlighted by red numbered circles and a yellow area in the referenced chart).</li><li>Since then, the price has been on an upward trajectory.</li><li>Last week, the price fluctuated around the 38.2% retracement of the decline from June 2022, which is approximately $86.72. This is now considered a support level.</li><li>The past four trading days have consistently shown an upward trend, with each day recording a higher peak.</li></ul><p>Looking ahead:</p><ul><li>The next significant target on the daily chart is around the 50% retracement from the June 2022 high, aligning with the peaks of October and November 2022. This range is between $93.64 and $93.78.</li><li>While this target is still a bit distant, it appears to be the bulls' aim.</li><li>A drop below the $86.72 (38.2% retracement) would challenge the current bullish momentum. A further decline below the $82.43 to $83.44 range would intensify this challenge.</li><li>As of now, the market sentiment leans towards the buyers.</li></ul>

This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.