OPEC secretary general Barkindo crossing the wires 27 Oct

  • Saudi Arabia, Russia statements on 9-mth extension clear the fog ahead of 30 Nov meeting

There we go. Another date for your diary if the news has previously passed you by.

WTI currently $52.54 in a gentle retreat from $52.75 earlier. Ditto Brent $58.80 from $59.18

Next up US Q3 GDP first reading at 12.30 GMT. QQ expectations 2.5% vs 3.1% prev. Hurricane-related impact in the mix.

I'm stepping away now so I'll wish you all good trading and a great and/or peaceful weekend. Thanks as always for your support/input and I hope I/we have helped make/save you a few pips along the way.

Remember,