The BGF World Energy Fund returned 12.10% in the first quarter; underperforming its benchmark, the MSCI World Energy Index, by 1.73%*. Meanwhile, crude oil (Brent) appreciated by 26.4%, ending the quarter at $116.9/barrel.
The spread between WTI and Brent spot prices remained wide throughout the quarter. Elevated stock levels and weak demand at Cushing, Oklahoma (the WTI delivery point), coupled with high storage costs at the facility weighed on the WTI spot price, which finished the period at $106.7/barrel having gained 16.8% over the quarter. Brent crude is currently offering a better reflection of overall oil market fundamentals, in our gkwc.
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The spread between WTI and Brent spot prices remained wide throughout the quarter. Elevated stock levels and weak demand at Cushing, Oklahoma (the WTI delivery point), coupled with high storage costs at the facility weighed on the WTI spot price, which finished the period at $106.7/barrel having gained 16.8% over the quarter. Brent crude is currently offering a better reflection of overall oil market fundamentals, in our gkwc.
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