Unexpected Build? The EIA confirmed a large build in US crude stocks at 5.7 mil bbls to put stocks at 538.1 million bbls, a historic record excluding US strategic reserves. This was caused largely by the shipments from Saudi Arabia from the price war pumping in March and April. We knew from the effects on …
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Panamax July 20 Morning Technical Comment – 240 Min
Brent August 20 Morning Technical Comment – 240 Min
FIS Supramax Technical Report
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Oil Through the Looking Glass 10/6/20
The Glut is Back Those of you who have been watching your crude ticker this morning will see many red numbers on the screen. The reason for this has been the switch of sentiment to concerns about oversupply. We have had reports late last night that the API have predicted a large build in US …
Panamax July 20 Morning Technical Comment – 240
China Demand Pushes Copper Higher
Copper continues to make new highs and is now at its strongest level since February 19, driven by vigorous demand from China. Like iron ore, demand is strong, whilst mine closures caused by Covid-19 have restricted supply. This means previous predictions of a surplus are likely to be erased, creating an unexpected V-shaped recovery. In …
Brent August 20 Morning Technical Comment – 240 Min
Supramax July 20 Morning Technical Comment – 240 Min
Oil Through the Looking Glass 9/6/20
Easing of Lockdown Bounce Prices have been rising on Brent as hopes that the global recovery post covid-19 will be swift, bringing normal levels of demand back to the battered market. Prices on front month futures have pushed above the $40 level and even Goldman Sachs has raised its oil price forecasts to a $40.40 …