OPEC își înrăutățește din nou prognoza privind creșterea cererii mondiale de petrol în 2026 - Economica.net

OPEC has lowered its global oil demand growth forecast for 2026 by 400,000 bpd, marking the sixth consecutive downgrade due to the economic impact of the Middle East conflict. However, a recovery in oil demand is expected in 2027. Despite reduced demand, oil prices remain high, with Brent crude surpassing $105 per barrel amid escalating tensions. The ongoing war in Iran has disrupted major oil export routes and diminished OPEC's market share and influence over prices. OPEC+ has announced production increases, but actual output has been limited due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.