Chinese demand buoys global crude oil prices despite real estate slump

Country seen accounting for 70% of demand increase this year

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Strong demand in China is driving a sharp increase in global oil consumption. © Reuters

YUTA KOGA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Oil prices hit $89 per barrel in New York on Tuesday, as continued production cuts by OPEC countries and a post-pandemic rebound in economic activity -- especially in China -- fuel a surge in prices worldwide.

European benchmark Brent crude oil futures continued their recent climb, briefly reaching $92.38 per barrel on Tuesday, the highest level since last November.

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