Crude Oil

In the chaotic theatre of global economics, energy and its pivotal player, oil, have always been front and center. The narrative of oil in 2022 was one of ascendancy. However, this year, that storyline seems to have taken a nuanced turn. As the energy stocks slow their pace, many are left wondering about the fate of oil prices and the overall energy sector. Energy Stocks: A Pause in the Momentum Let’s dive right in: energy stocks, after their spectacular performance in 2022, are taking a pit-stop this year. While the…

The world of oil trading is experiencing an unexpected surge, as Iran exports oil in volumes that have peaked to a five-year high in recent months. An uptick in demand from China and other nations is adding an expansive influx of discounted crude to an energy market already grappling with demand concerns. This oil tsunami from Iran is causing more than a ripple in the global oil landscape—it is threatening to capsize the efforts of major crude producers, including Saudi Arabia, in their bid to shore up oil prices by…