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OPEC+ weighs 2027 production baselines, potential hike
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OPEC+ weighs 2027 production baselines, potential hike

Members of the OPEC+ alliance are expected to address key questions around future oil production levels and potential near-term output hikes in a series of meetings scheduled for this week, according to two delegates familiar with the matter.* The group, which includes the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allied producers such as Russia, […]

OPEC+ weighs 2027 production baselines, potential hike
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OPEC+ moves crucial July output decision to May 31

OPEC+ has rescheduled a critical video-conference to determine July oil production levels for eight key members, moving it forward by one day to May 31, according to delegates. The decision follows preliminary discussions last week, where the sub-group, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, explored a third consecutive monthly output increase of approximately 411,000 barrels […]

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Global crude price slumps after OPEC+ raised output

The global crude oil prices plunged further on Sunday following OPEC+’s decision to raise production for a second consecutive month. U.S. crude dropped $2.49, or 4.27%, to $55.80 a barrel shortly after markets opened, while global benchmark Brent slid $2.39, or 3.9%, to $58.90 per barrel. Overall, oil prices have declined by more than 20% […]

OPEC+ weighs 2027 production baselines, potential hike
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OPEC trims oil demand as US tariff tensions rattle global market

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries has slightly lowered its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2025, citing rising economic uncertainties triggered by recent United States trade actions. In its April Monthly Oil Market Report, OPEC revised its 2025 demand growth estimate down to 1.3 million barrels per day, a 100,000 bpd drop […]

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OPEC+ considers delay of April supply increase

OPEC+ is reportedly considering delaying its planned monthly supply increases set to start in April, despite pressure from U.S. OPEC+ is weighing a potential delay in its planned production increases, as some delegates argue the global oil market is still too fragile, said a delegate, who requested anonymity. The group remains divided on the issue, […]

Dangote Refinery loses N32.5bn after petrol price cut
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Dangote refinery’s petrol production impacts Europe – OPEC

The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries has noted that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is influencing the Premium Motor Spirit market in Europe. The refinery, with a production capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, began its operations in January of the previous year and began producing PMS in September. This marks a major shift, as […]

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OPEC crude output falls as UAE strengthens production cuts

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries crude production decreased by 120,000 barrels per day in the previous month, reaching 27.05 million barrels daily. The United Arab Emirates contributed the most to this decline as it intensified its supply cutbacks to support global oil prices. While Libya and Nigeria saw small increases in production, these were […]

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OPEC’s influence on global oil prices significantly weakened – Expert

OPEC’s market-shaping influence over global oil prices may be waning, according to the Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, Patrick De Haan, during his appearance on CNBC’s Fast Money. De Haan highlighted the challenges facing OPEC, particularly its ongoing struggle to maintain higher oil prices. “OPEC’s relevance likely has been reduced. They are continuously fighting […]

OPEC+ lacks capacity to raise oil prices, says expert
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OPEC+ lacks capacity to raise oil prices, says expert

OPEC+ may have managed to stay united despite market speculation, but it does not have the ability to push oil prices much higher, according to Vandana Hari, founder of Vanda Insights and global energy market expert. In an interview with CNBC, Hari discussed OPEC+’s strategy and the limits of its influence on the global oil […]

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OPEC+ delays plans to ease crude production cuts

OPEC+ has postponed plans to ease its formal and voluntary crude production cuts until 2026, citing a subdued outlook for global oil demand. Internal documents and sources familiar with the discussions indicate the decision aims to address market uncertainties and maintain price stability. In its formal output strategy, OPEC+ has extended its production cap of […]

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Oil prices stable as traders await OPEC+ decision

Oil prices held steady on Wednesday as traders awaited an expected OPEC+ decision to extend supply cuts, while geopolitical tensions remained a key factor shaping market sentiment. Brent crude futures were up 19 cents, or 0.26%, at $73.81 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures increased 13 cents, or 0.19%, to $70.07. On […]

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