Oil Prices Rise as China's Manufacturing Grows, Annual Performance Declines Singapore, 31 Dec (ONA) --- Oil prices rose in early trading today, supported by data indicating that China's manufacturing activity expanded in December 2024, but oil is still heading for a second straight annual decline, amid concerns about demand in major consumer countries. Brent crude futures rose 47 cents, or 0.7 percent, to reach $74.46 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude ...