The Iran War threatens to have a long-lasting impact on global energy markets
Even if the conflict with Iran ends soon, consumers and businesses could face weeks or even months of higher fuel prices. This is because suppliers are dealing with damaged facilities, disrupted logistic, and increased risks in shipping. This outlook is a greater threat to global economic stability and a political vulnerability to U.S. president Donald Trump as we approach the midterms.
Vitol CEO: Oil supply is squeezed by geopolitical factors
Vitol CEO Russell Hardy stated on Thursday that the global oil market has tightened despite predictions of an 'oversupply'. U.S. sanctions have limited the?outlets? for Russian and Iranian oil, which is causing a?increase in demand for oil from alternative sources. Due to sanctions, Russia and Iran have become increasingly dependent on China.
Palm oil ends lower following the release of MPOB data and rival oils' weakness
Malaysian palm oil prices fell after Tuesday's release of the key data by Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB). Meanwhile, weakness in other edible oils on the Dalian and Chicago market also affected sentiment. The benchmark palm oil contract on Bursa Derivatives Exchange for April delivery fell by 63 ringgit or 1.51% to 4,097 Ringgit ($1,044.89) per metric ton.
Palmetto erases gains due to market caution and Dalian weakness
Malaysian palm oils futures lost their early gains on Tuesday before the release of the MPOB data at midday. Weaker rival edible oil prices in the Dalian market also weighed on sentiment. By midday, the benchmark palm oil contract on Bursa Malaysia's Derivatives exchange for April delivery fell 39 ringgit or 0.94% to 4,121 ringgit (1,050.74) per metric ton.
EIA data show that US oil demand and production fell to multi-month highs in November.
Data from the Energy Information Administration on Friday showed that U.S. oil output fell to its lowest level since July in November, while oil demand dropped to its lowest level since April. The EIA reported that the crude oil output fell to 13,78 million bpd during November. This is down 82,000 compared to October's record 13.86 million. This is the first monthly decline in U.S.
Oil Prices Surge 3% on Worries of US Action Against Iran
Oil prices climbed about 3% to a five-month high on Thursday on rising concerns that global supplies could be disrupted if the U.S. decides to attack Iran, one of the biggest crude producers in OPEC.Brent futures rose $2.10, or 3.1%, to $70.50 a barrel by 11:07 a.m. EST (1607 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) gained $2.09…
Major Gulf bourses see gains as earnings season progresses
Investors focused on corporate earnings drove the early trading on Tuesday on major stock markets across the Gulf. Saudi Arabia's benchmark indices gained?0.4% led by an increase of 0.9% in Al?Rajhi bank. The bank's net profit was 24.79 billion Saudi riyals, up from 19.72 billion the year before. Al Rajhi announced a dividend of 1…
ADNOC CEO: Oil demand will remain above 100 million barrels per day (bpd) through 2040
The head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), said that 'global oil demand is expected to remain at or above 100 million barrels a day until 2040. Demand for both LNG and electricity are expected to grow 50% or more. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer?Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber said at the India Energy Week…
Climate activist shareholder group pushes BP, Shell on plans for declining oil demand
The group Follow This, a climate activist shareholder group, and more than?20 investors filed resolutions on Wednesday asking BP and Shell how they would create value if the global demand for gas and oil declined. The resolutions are a strategic change on the part the Dutch activist group. In April, it announced that it had been…
Climate activist shareholder group pushes BP, Shell on plans for declining oil demand
The group Follow This, a climate activist shareholder group, and'more than '20 other investors filed resolutions on Wednesday calling on BP to explain how it will generate value if the global demand for gas and oil declines. The resolutions are a strategic change on the part the Dutch activist group. In April, it announced that…
Sources say that OPEC+ will maintain oil production despite tensions among its members
OPEC+ agreed to?maintain a?steady?oil output during its Sunday meeting, according to an OPEC+ delegates and a source who was familiar with the talks. This is despite the political tensions that exist between Saudi Arabia and UAE and the capture by the U.S. of Venezuela's president. The eight members of OPEC+ who pump about half…
Sources say that OPEC+ will maintain oil production despite tensions among its members
OPEC+ delegates reportedly said that despite the political tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE?and U.S. capture the president of smaller producer 'Venezuela,' OPEC+ is likely to maintain steady oil production at its Sunday meeting. The OPEC+ meeting on Sunday, which includes eight members who pump about half of the world's crude oil…
Sources say that OPEC+ will maintain its oil production policy despite tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates over Yemen.
Three OPEC+ delegates stated on Friday that OPEC+ 'will?likely? maintain steady oil production at its Sunday meeting, despite the high political tensions between Saudi Arabia and UAE regarding Yemen. The eight members of OPEC+ who pump about half a world's oil met on Sunday after oil prices dropped more than 18% between 2025 and 2020, their steepest decline since that year.
Oil Prices Fall as Focus Shifts to Ukraine Peace Talks
Oil prices fell more than $1 on Thursday as investors shifted focus back to Russia-Ukraine peace talks and monitored potential fallout from a U.S. seizure of a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.Brent crude futures were down $1.1, or 1.8%, at $61.11 a barrel at 1408 GMT, hovering near the lowest since Oct. 21.U.S.
State researcher: China's oil demand will plateau in 2030.
A research group affiliated with the state 'oil'major CNPC announced on Thursday that China's oil consumption will?plateau? between 2025 and 2030 as electric vehicles reduce the demand for gasoline and Diesel. Haibo Wang is the director of oil?market?research for CNPC Economics & Technology Research Institute. She said that most of China's additional demand for oil came from jet -fuel and petrochemicals.
Oil Prices Steady with Ukraine Peace Talks, US Interest Rate Decision Looms
Oil prices steadied on Tuesday after falling 2% in the previous session, with investors keeping a close eye on peace talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine, concerns about ample supply and a looming decision on U.S. interest rates.Brent crude futures edged 3 cents higher to $62.52 a barrel at 1317 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate…
Bousso: New oil quotas system to spur spending with ROI-OPEC+
The changes OPEC+ makes to its oil production quotas will likely trigger a wave upstream investment among members, especially in low-cost Gulf producers. This will reduce concerns about long-term shortages of supply. The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC+) and other major oil producing nations including Russia…
Bousso: New oil quotas system to spur spending with ROI-OPEC+
The changes OPEC+ makes to its oil production quotas will likely trigger a wave upstream investment among its members, especially in low-cost Gulf producers. This will reduce concerns about long-term shortages of supply. OPEC+ (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) and other major oil producing nations including Russia…
IEA Predicts World Oil, Gas Demand Could Grow Until 2050
Global oil and gas demand could grow until 2050, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday, departing from previous expectations of a speedy transition to cleaner fuels following U.S. criticism about its climate focus.The Paris-based energy security watchdog also predicted in its annual outlook that the world will likely…
JPMorgan Projects Brent Crude at $57/Barrel, WTI at $53 in 2027
JPMorgan forecast on Monday Brent crude at $57 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) at $53 in 2027, while keeping its 2026 estimates unchanged at $58 and $54 respectively.Brent crude futures were trading around $62.54 a barrel as of 1434 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was trading at $58.08. JPMorgan expects…