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Iran Moves to Tap Key Asian Markets as U.S. Waives Oil Sanctions
Iran is pitching its oil to Asian buyers outside China, contacting India, South Korea, and Japan, as the United States issued a temporary two-month waiver allowing Iranian oil sales, including in U.S. dollars, until August 21. As part of the 14-point memorand…
What oil disruption? Goldman says one factor will send crude prices plunging in the coming year.
Goldman Sachs says a shift spurred by the Iran War and its disruption to energy markets will put downward pressure on crude prices through 2027.
What oil disruption? Goldman says one factor will send crude prices plunging in the coming year.
Goldman Sachs says a shift spurred by the Iran War and its disruption to energy markets will put downward pressure on crude prices through 2027.
India resumes Mideast oil imports as Hormuz reopens, easing WTI price concerns
The reopening of Hormuz may stabilize global oil markets, reducing geopolitical risks and potentially lowering WTI crude prices. The post India resumes Mideast oil imports as Hormuz reopens, easing WTI price concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
U.S. sanctions on Russia’s oil industry: Global energy markets in turmoil as Washington tightens the screws
The Trump administration imposed sweeping sanctions on Russian oil majors Rosneft and Lukoil on October 22, 2025, targeting Moscow’s revenue for the Ukraine war. Oil prices surged dramatically, with Brent crude exceeding $140 per barrel and U.S. West Texas In…
Goldman Sachs Sounds Fresh Alarm on Global Oil Stockpiles
Global oil inventories are falling at an accelerated rate, Goldman Sachs has warned, noting April draws from inventories had run at double the rate until the end of March. Since the start of May, global draws from inventories have been running at 8.7 million …
Is the Gulf losing its grip on the oil world?
Oil producers across the Americas have responded to the disruption in the Gulf by increasing output and exports.
Sanctions Expert Michael Parker On Russia, Iran, And Whether Waivers Work
Washington remains deeply divided over the latest US sanctions waiver for Russian oil, which allows at-risk nations to buy Russian shipments already loaded at sea, as disruptions tied to the US-Israeli confrontation with Iran roil global energy markets.
US Extends Russian Oil Waiver As Bessent Urges Tougher Iran Sanctions
The US Treasury Department has extended for another 30 days a sanctions waiver allowing at-risk countries to purchase Russian oil shipments at sea, as supply disruptions linked to the US-Israeli conflict with Iran continue to roil global energy markets.
Solid first quarter results despite lower production
Statkraft delivered strong results in the first quarter of 2026, driven by significantly higher Nordic power prices despite lower production. In addition, there were improved results from Markets’ activities.
West Asia conflict triggers energy shock, tests Asia’s growth resilience
Asia faces economic challenges as a West Asia conflict disrupts energy markets. This shock impacts inflation and growth across the region. India, a major energy importer, is particularly affected. Governments are implementing measures to ease the burden. Cent…