The Fragile State of OPEC's Oil Rally

What factors contributed to the recent 'manufactured rally' in the oil market?

• Central banks and OPEC's influence

• Decreased production in Russia

• Increased demand from China

• New environmental regulations

How did the oil market react to increased production from Libya and the US?

• The bubble popped, causing prices to drop

• The oil prices surged

• The market remained stable

• There was no significant impact

What unusual market condition was observed with crude oil and the dollar?

• Crude oil was at an 18-month high while the dollar was at its strongest since 2002

• Both crude oil and the dollar were stable

• The dollar weakened significantly while oil prices dropped

• Both crude oil and the dollar were at their lowest

What is a potential consequence if the current oil rally tails off?

• The equity market might also decline

• Oil prices will reach new highs

• The dollar will weaken

• OPEC will increase production

What historical trend is mentioned regarding equities and oil prices?

• Oil prices always lead equity market trends

• They have traded side-by-side in the past

• Equities have no relation to oil prices

• They have always moved in opposite directions