SYDNEY: OilNSE 2.78 % prices rose on Monday as Washington and China appeared to edge closer to a trade deal, dampening fears over the outlook for global economic growth.
International Brent crude oil futures were at $67.26 a barrel at 0005 GMT, up 14 cents, or 0.2 per cent, from their last close. They ended Friday little changed after touching their highest since Nov. 16 at $67.73 a barrel.