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Oil prices go down amid concerns over impact of trade frictions on fuel consumption

On Tuesday, oil prices are declining due to pressure from concerns over escalating trade tensions. Market participants are worried about the impact of increasing friction between the US and EU on economic activity and fuel demand.

22 July 2025
OPEC+ supply increase causes Wall Street to downgrade oil price forecasts again

Wall Street analysts are lowering oil price forecasts and warning of a market glut resulting from increased OPEC+ supplies.

5 May 2025
OPEC+ supply increase causes Wall Street to downgrade oil price forecasts again
Barclays cuts Brent oil price forecast as OPEC+ boosts output

Barclays has cut its Brent crude price forecast yet again. The bank now expects oil to average $66 per barrel in 2025. Analysts say the downgrade reflects OPEC+'s decision to accelerate production increases.

5 May 2025
Barclays cuts Brent oil price forecast as OPEC+ boosts output
Saudi Arabia plans to boost oil output amid oversupply by other OPEC+ members

Saudi Arabia has warned OPEC+ members who are not complying with production quotas, particularly Kazakhstan and Iraq, that it may increase oil output if they continue to violate agreements, according to Bloomberg.

5 May 2025
Saudi Arabia plans to boost oil output amid oversupply by other OPEC+ members
Oil dips more than $2 as OPEC+ production hikes continue

Oil prices lost more than $2 a barrel during early Asian trade on Monday. The decline was driven by the intention of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) to accelerate production hikes.

5 May 2025
Oil dips more than $2 as OPEC+ production hikes continue
United States. CFTC Crude Oil speculative net positions. The value of the indicator has increased from 171K to 177.2K

An increase of the indicator value may contribute to the rise in quotes of WTI, Brent.

2 May 2025
United States. U.S. Baker Hughes Total Rig Count. The value of the indicator has decreased from 587 to 584

A decrease of the indicator value may contribute to the rise in quotes of NG, WTI, Brent.

2 May 2025
United States. U.S. Baker Hughes Oil Rig Count. The value of the indicator has decreased from 483 to 479

A decrease of the indicator value may contribute to the rise in quotes of WTI, Brent.

2 May 2025
United States. All Car Sales. The value of the indicator has decreased from 3.16M to 2.89M

A decrease of the indicator value may contribute to the fall in quotes of Gasoline, WTI, Brent.

2 May 2025
United States. Crude Oil Inventories. The value of the indicator has decreased from 0.244M to -2.696M

A decrease of the indicator value may contribute to the rise in quotes of WTI, Brent.

30 April 2025
United States. Cushing Crude Oil Inventories. The value of the indicator has increased from -0.086M to 0.682M

An increase of the indicator value may contribute to the fall in quotes of WTI, Brent.

30 April 2025

News on oil prices is not just information for specialists. This is an important signal for every experienced trader. This section of the website will help you understand when there’s a "Strong buy" signal for oil and when it is a "Strong sell" signal.

Oil price movements are more than just charts on a screen. It is one of the key drivers of the global economy. Understanding these dynamics helps in making rational decisions and adapting to changes.

What determines oil prices?

  • Global events. Political crises, conflicts, and agreements between producing countries have a huge impact on oil prices.
  • Supply and demand. When many consumers try to buy oil that is in deficit – the prices go up. Otherwise, when supply is greater than demand, the prices go down.
  • Russia and Saudi Arabia. These countries are among the leading oil producers. Their decisions on oil output have a direct impact on the global market.
  • OPEC. This is a group of oil-producing countries. Their agreements on production cuts are aided at stabilizing prices.
  • Alternative energy sources. The development of solar, wind, and other power stations can weaken the countries' dependence on oil and put pressure on its prices.
  • Electric cars. The increasing popularity of electric cars reduces the need for gasoline and, consequently, for crude oil.
  • Global tensions. Oil is a strategic resource. Geopolitical events can affect its production and prices.
  • Environmental constraints. Rising environmental awareness may reduce demand for oil, affecting its price.

Why follow the latest oil news?

  • To make informed investment decisions. Being aware of the oil industry news helps you make conscious choices.
  • To assess the impact on the economy. Oil prices can affect inflation, economic growth, and even our wages.