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Crude Markets
Brent Holds Above $85 as OPEC+ Compliance Remains Firm
Brent crude edged higher on Sunday, supported by strong OPEC+ compliance data and a weaker US dollar. Traders are watching US inventory figures due this week for the next directional cue.
Crude Markets
OPEC+ Extends Voluntary Cuts Through Q4 2026
The alliance confirmed an extension of 1.65 million barrels per day in voluntary production cuts, providing a floor for Brent prices amid softening demand signals from China.
LNG
European LNG Imports Reach Seasonal High as Storage Fills
Northwest European gas storage has reached 78% capacity ahead of schedule, dampening near-term JKM and TTF spot premiums. Atlantic basin cargoes are being redirected to Asian buyers.
Refined Products
Diesel Crack Spreads Widen on Middle East Refinery Outages
Unplanned maintenance at two major Gulf refineries has tightened gasoil supply in the Mediterranean, pushing diesel crack spreads to a six-month high of $28/bbl over Brent.
Petrochemicals
Benzene Margins Recover as Asian Demand Rebounds
Chinese downstream restocking activity has lifted benzene spot prices by 8% over the past fortnight. Toluene and mixed xylenes are following suit, with further upside expected into Q3.
Macro
USD Strength Weighs on Dollar-Denominated Commodity Prices
The DXY index has risen 2.3% over the past month, creating headwinds for commodity prices broadly. However, physical supply tightness in crude and middle distillates is partially offsetting the currency drag.
Supply & Demand Outlook
| Region | Supply | Demand | Sentiment | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle East | Stable | Growing | Bullish | OPEC+ discipline holding. Saudi OSPs raised for Asian buyers. |
| North America | Growing | Stable | Neutral | US shale output at record highs. Export capacity constraints emerging. |
| Europe | Declining | Declining | Neutral | North Sea mature field decline. Energy transition reducing oil demand. |
| Asia Pacific | Stable | Growing | Bullish | China and India driving incremental demand growth. Refinery expansions underway. |
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