The price of Brent crude oil was up in Asian trading Monday, standing at USD 109 per barrel, which led to a decline in fears over demand growth. These projections came after Chinese data showed that the second-largest economy in the world has expanded in line with expectations. China\'s gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 7.5 percent during the period from April to June, which reassured many investors. Brent rose 11 cents, to settle at USD 108.92, fluctuated between a high of USD 109.02 and a low of USD 108.61.