In a significant development, global oil prices have surged by 25% since late June due to strategic supply cuts, raising important questions about the future trajectory of the market.
Brent International (BZ=F) recorded an impressive closing price of $90.04 per barrel, marking its highest level since November. Simultaneously, West Texas Intermediate (CL=F) futures settled at $86.69 per barrel, primarily driven by Saudi Arabia’s announcement to extend its independent production cuts until December.
This move was followed by Russia’s commitment to reduce daily exports by 300,000 barrels through the year, supplementing the ongoing OPEC+ reductions initiated back in November the previous year.
The collective impact of these measures has undeniably applied upward pressure on oil prices. This robust performance is particularly remarkable considering the slightly slower-than-expected recovery in China’s economy and increased production by U.S. oil producers.
Market analysts are closely scrutinizing this trend. Ramanan Krishnamoorti, Vice President for Energy and Innovation at the University of Houston, offered valuable insights, suggesting that crude oil prices are likely to remain stable or even rise further in the coming months. He attributes this resilience to the unwavering commitment of OPEC+ and Saudi Arabia’s internal financial goals.
According to Krishnamoorti, “Saudi Arabia is making considerable profits and bolstering its reserves,” reinforcing the notion that only a potential economic recession could trigger a downward price correction.
However, it’s worth acknowledging that while China’s economic recovery has been modest, the post-lockdown surge in mobility demand has compensated for reduced petrochemical demand amid an ongoing property crisis.
Looking ahead, Essner’s firm anticipates that West Texas Intermediate will likely fluctuate within the $75 to $90 range for the remainder of the year, barring unforeseen geopolitical developments. As supply cuts continue to reshape the oil market landscape, industry players and investors remain vigilant, watching for signs of change.
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By: Montel Kamau
Serrari Financial Analyst
5th September, 2023
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