Business Insider | UPDATE 3-Oil rises on US economic optimism, Syria fears Reuters LONDON, Oct 2 (Reuters) - Oil rose on Friday, pushed higher by fears about escalating violence in Syria and on expectations that data would show economic strength in the United States, the world's largest oil consumer. Global benchmark Brent gained 47 ... Crude oil is surging Petroleum industry runs ads statewide targeting Dems on lifting the crude oil ... Shale revolution, economic slowdowns Low oil prices reshaping the world economy |