Crude oil futures prices rise 1.41% to $45,25 in London and 2.01% to $44,66 in New York

As of 09:44, May 5, Brent Crude futures price increased 1.41% at the closing session to $45,25 a barrel on the London-based ICE Futures Europe Exchange.

Light Sweet Crude futures gained 2.01% to settle at $44,66 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange.