Oil prices rose today for the second day, as investors expect a decrease in supplies in the market, amid a seasonal increase in the demand for gasoline in the United States.

Brent crude futures rose 20 cents, or 0.3 %, to $76.19 a barrel.

US West Texas Intermediate crude rose 21 cents, or 0.3 %, to $72.26 a barrel.

Source: National Iraqi News Agency