Crude extends fall with U.S. gasoline down 20% as global shutdowns sap demand
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NEW YORK (Reuters) - Oil prices extended their decline on Monday, with record low U.S. gasoline prices leading the energy complex lower, as the coronavirus pandemic crushes demand worldwide after travel and industrial activity contracted across the globe in a bid to stem the spread of the virus.Brent crude futures fell $1.31 to $25.67 a barrel, a 4.9% percent drop, by 11:35 a.m. ET (1535 GMT). West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures for May delivery fell 48 cents, or 2.1%, to $22.15 a..