Cold weather in Northern hemisphere have caused a rise on oil prices

The cold weather which has established in Northern hemisphere has caused growth of the oil prices in the world market. The price of barrel at the electronic auctions in New York has grown to 14 monthly maxima, having made almost 82 dollars. Meanwhile in Great Britain last days shortage of natural gas which is required in the increasing quantities for heating of apartment houses and industrial premises has started to be felt. As a result the country has increased its purchases on foreign markets.