Crude oil hits highest since March on demand prospects


LONDON, June 1 (Reuters) - Oil prices rose on Tuesday, with Brent hitting US$71 and trading at its highest since March, on expectations for growing fuel demand during the summer driving season in the United States.

Prices were also boosted by Chinese data showing that the country's factory activity grew at its fastest this year in May.

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