... as major companies resume projects (for example, Chevron is returning to production in Venezuela, contributing approximately 200,000 barrels/day). An increase in supply, alongside persistent economic risks, is putting a "cooling" effect on oil prices. Macroeconomic Conditions. The global economic environment remains mixed. On one hand, commercial crude oil inventories in the U.S. fell more than expected by the end of July, indicating active consumption and preventing prices from dropping sharply. On the other hand, there are signals ...

Brief overview of energy sector news for August 17, 2025: Global oil prices remain under pressure from oversupply and subdued demand, Europe is actively filling gas storage facilities, and the coal market maintains stability amid high demand in Asia. In Russia, authorities are taking measures to stabilize fuel prices and ...

... with ongoing economic risks, exerts a "cooling" effect on oil prices. Macroeconomic Factors. At the end of July, commercial oil inventories in the U.S. fell more than anticipated, reflecting robust consumption and preventing sharp declines in oil prices. At the same time, incoming signals regarding a global economic slowdown are tempering expectations for further tightening in monetary policy. The U.S. Federal Reserve maintained its rate at the July 30 meeting, which, along with sluggish job growth, enhances expectations of a softer policy in the ...

... on prices and demand for key fuel types. Energy Sector News, Sunday, July 27, 2025: Brent Near $70, Record Gas Storage, Fuel Price Stabilization The latest review of the fuel and energy sector examines key events and trends as of July 27, 2025. The global oil market is showing cautious price growth, with Brent crude stabilizing around $70 per barrel amid optimism in trade negotiations and coordinated actions by producers. European gas storage facilities continue to fill at record rates, reducing risks for the upcoming winter. In the ...

... the spotlight for investors and market participants. Washington is ramping up its sanction pressure on the largest buyers of Russian oil, particularly with new trade tariffs imposed on India, escalating geopolitical tensions. Against this backdrop, global oil prices have ceased their decline and are demonstrating relative stabilization as investors assess OPEC+ actions and the risks of secondary sanctions. Russia continues to implement stringent restrictions on the export of petroleum products to support the ...