China’s lockdowns will help cut global oil demand, predicts IEA Organisation lowers its oil demand forecast as Covid measures cushion impact of lost Russian flows The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2022
New Zealand interest rates jump 0.5pc in 'highly uncertain' environment, ASX lifts on surging oil price New Zealand announces its fourth straight interest rate hike, US consumer prices rise at their fastest pace since 1981, while surging commodity prices boost the Australian share market. ABC News · Apr 12, 2022
Lawmakers question oil executives on price gouging, but seem cool to price controls WASHINGTON — As consumers fume over skyrocketing prices for gasoline and other commodities, congressional Democrats on Wednesday called executives from big oil companies on the carpet to explain why they appear to be making unseemly fat profits in the face of an international crisis. Los Angeles Times · Apr 6, 2022
5 ways Americans' lives will change if Congress makes daylight saving time permanent The U.S. Senate approved the Sunshine Protection Act in March 2022, with the goal of making daylight saving time permanent starting in November 2023. If that happens, the U.S. will never again “spring forward” or “fall back.” The Conversation · Apr 5, 2022
Why Biden’s release of US oil reserves won’t end pain at the pump Gas prices will keep rising amid Russian war in Ukraine as sanctions tighten and demand outstrips supply, experts say. Al Jazeera · Apr 4, 2022
‘Who’s talking climate change now?’ energy producers say With the Russian invasion of Ukraine boosting energy costs and reducing availability, fossil fuel proponents push back. Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2022
Iraq Exports $11.07 Billion of Oil During March, Highest for 50 Years Iraq exports of oil reached $11.07 billion last month, the highest level for half a century, as crude prices soared amid shortfall fears following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the oil ministry said. The second largest producer in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Iraq exported "100,563,999 barrels for… Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 2, 2022
Fossil fuel backers overshadow climate change talks in Dubai A flurry of summits this week across Dubai all focused in one way or another on climate change, or at least acknowledgement that the global energy transition is needed to keep temperatures from rising The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2022
OPEC+ Alliance Maintains Production Policies The Saudi-led OPEC and its allies in the Moscow-led OPEC Plus, maintained their strategy of slightly increasing oil production, despite Western pressure to end the price volatility, as the war in Ukraine rocked the market. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries said in a statement on Thursday that it would… Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 1, 2022
OPEC Holds Special Meeting to Ditch IEA Data OPEC on Thursday held a brief extraordinary meeting to ditch the International Energy Agency from its list of trusted data contributors, an OPEC source said on Thursday. The meeting followed a regular policy decision meeting. Earlier this week, OPEC experts recommended ditching the IEA and choosing consultancies Rystad and Wood… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 31, 2022
Oil prices fall after US ponders record-breaking release of crude reserves Joe Biden seeks to allay fears of shortages over Russian invasion of Ukraine The Guardian - UK · Mar 31, 2022
OPEC likely to stick to modest oil boost despite war jitters It's decision time again for the OPEC+ group of oil-producing countries The Independent UK · Mar 31, 2022
Oil Prices Dive as US Weighs Record Reserves Release Oil prices plunged more than $5 a barrel on Thursday on news the United States was considering the release of up to 180 million barrels from its strategic petroleum reserve, the largest in the near 50-year history of the SPR. Brent futures for May fell $5.47, or 4.8%, to $107.98… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 31, 2022
Saudi Arabia, UAE Say OPEC+ Mission Is to Stabilize Market Saudi Arabia and the UAE reiterated that OPEC+ has only a mission to "stabilize the market," adding that the alliance keeps politics out of its decision-making in favor of the "common good" of energy prices. Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman stressed that the focus is on balancing crude… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 30, 2022
Benzinga · Mar 29, 2022 Sanctions On Russia After Ukraine Invasion, Are Likely To Lead To Higher Prices: CNBC According to an energy expert, consumers will have to be ready for higher prices as Russia continues its war in Ukraine and disruptions to the global energy market persist, writes CNBC. Washington and its allies have imposed sanctions on Russia, including energy exports, which could lead to inflation. “What is the…
Reuters · Mar 29, 2022 UAE, Saudi say OPEC+ should not play politics The energy ministers of Saudia Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, key members of OPEC+, said on Tuesday the producers' group should not engage in politics as pressure mounted on them to take action against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
Bangkok Post · Mar 29, 2022 Global Oil Outlook: First Quarter in 2022 Russia-Ukraine Crisis drives continuous surge in crude oil price The oil market has encountered severe changes in various aspects including price volatility and alternating trade flows since the end of February 2022, as Russia’s sudden invasion of Ukraine has caused more serious consequences than initially expected. The western nations’ initial estimation of the crisis was that it would only…
Benzinga · Mar 28, 2022 Six Powerful Energy Names That Are Fundamentally And Technically Sound By Ajit Singh
The New Daily · Mar 28, 2022 Federal budget expected to ease cost-of-living pressures The government is expected to announce increases in spending across infrastructure, defence and directly to households to assist with economic pressures.
The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2022 UAE energy chief doubles down on OPEC alliance with Russia The United Arab Emirates’ energy minister has doubled down on an oil alliance with Russia that’s helped buoy crude prices to their highest in years as Moscow's war on Ukraine rattles markets and sends energy and commodity prices soaring
Bangkok Post · Mar 23, 2022 Oil price volatility demands tax rethink We are living in a time of unprecedented oil price volatility. On Feb 8, the world oil price (WTI Crude) was a little less than US$90 (3,030 baht) per barrel (dpb), but a month later the price jumped violently to 124 dpb.
Reuters · Mar 17, 2022 Venezuela's opposition asks oil companies to stick to democracy Venezuela's opposition leader Juan Guaido on Thursday called on energy companies with joint ventures in the country to stick to democracy, amid talks over the possibility of the United States easing oil sanctions on the OPEC member nation.
Benzinga · Mar 15, 2022 What Will It Take For OPEC+ To Increase Its Oil Output? The worsening oil supply shortage in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine has sent pump prices to record highs in recent weeks, sparking fears of a catastrophic global oil crisis and soaring inflation.
The Conversation · Mar 11, 2022 Oil price shocks have a long history, but today's situation may be the most complex ever The world is in the grip of an oil price shock. In just a few months, prices have risen from US$65 a barrel to over $130, causing fuel costs to surge, inflationary pressure to rise and consumer tempers to flare. Even before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, prices were climbing rapidly…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 11, 2022 UAE Energy Minister Asserts Commitment to OPEC+ Agreement The United Arab Emirates is committed to the OPEC+ agreement and its existing monthly production adjustment mechanism, its energy minister said on Wednesday. “The UAE believes in the value OPEC+ brings to the oil market,” UAE Energy Minister Suhail al-Mazrouei said in remarks to WAM New Agency. OPEC+, comprising the…