India, Sept. 19 -- Crude oil futures edged lower by Rs 5 to Rs 5,578 per barrel on Friday as traders trimmed positions, tracking sluggish demand in the spot market.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), October delivery fell Rs 5 or 0.09% to Rs 5,578 per barrel in 11,183 lots.

Analysts said prices softened as participants offloaded holdings amid muted spot demand.

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