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Oil Price Today: Oil Hits Four-Month High Following US Sanctions on Russia

Jan 13, 2025
3 min read
Table of Contents
  • 1. Price Movements
  • 2. Sanctions Overview
  • 3. Oil Market Dynamics
  • 4. Implications for Inflation and Interest Rates
  • 5. Uncertainty in Supply Chains effects oil price
  • 6. Global Oil Balance
  • 7. Conclusion

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Oil price today, oil prices continue to rise to a four-month high in response to sweeping new sanctions imposed by the United States on Russia.
 


Price Movements


Brent Crude: Surged above $81 per barrel, following a nearly 4% increase in the previous session.


West Texas Intermediate (WTI): Trading close to $78 per barrel.


Sanctions Overview


The United States implemented its most aggressive sanctions yet on Russia's oil industry, targeting major exporters, insurance firms, and over 150 tankers. These actions come just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, heightening scrutiny on key markets like India and China, which may have to seek alternative oil sources.

India has become a significant buyer of Russian crude since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022, while China stands as the world’s largest oil importer.
 


Oil Market Dynamics


Recent weeks have seen crude prices rally due to:

1.       Colder weather conditions
2.       Declining US stockpiles
3.       Speculations about potential tightening of restrictions on Iranian oil flows
4.       The sanctions from the Biden administration could disrupt the market further, particularly as OPEC+ plans to ease production cuts later this year after previous delays.
 


Implications for Inflation and Interest Rates


The price surge poses a challenge for central banks, including the Federal Reserve, as it could lead to persistent inflation. Investors are adjusting their expectations regarding the pace of interest rate cuts, given the strength of the US economy and ongoing price pressures.
 


Uncertainty in Supply Chains effects oil price


It remains unclear how the new sanctions will affect actual crude flows for producers, shippers, and consumers. Citigroup estimates that up to 30% of Russia's "shadow fleet" could be impacted, potentially threatening around 800,000 barrels per day, although the effective loss may be significantly lower. Goldman Sachs has maintained its expectations regarding Russian supply, suggesting that crude prices may be lowered to stimulate demand.
 


Global Oil Balance


Analysts indicate that the global oil market should stabilize rather than experience soaring prices, as non-OPEC and non-Russian production is expected to meet demand comfortably. However, there are indications that Russian oil exports are already under pressure, with seaborne shipments falling to their lowest levels since August 2023. Refiners in India and China are reportedly increasing imports from the Middle East and Atlantic Basin due to concerns over future supply restrictions from Russia and Iran.
 


Conclusion


As the oil market grapples with the implications of new US sanctions on Russia, traders are closely monitoring price fluctuations and supply chain dynamics. With OPEC+ planning a gradual revival of production, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining how the market adjusts to these geopolitical developments.
 


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Frances Wang
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Table of Contents
  • 1. Price Movements
  • 2. Sanctions Overview
  • 3. Oil Market Dynamics
  • 4. Implications for Inflation and Interest Rates
  • 5. Uncertainty in Supply Chains effects oil price
  • 6. Global Oil Balance
  • 7. Conclusion

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