Tag: Asia

Ukraine\’s Bombing of Russian Refineries is bad for the Environment

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Ukraine\’s intensified bombing campaign against Russian refineries over the last month is creating a severe fuel crisis in Russia while simultaneously having negative repercussions for the environment. The crippled refining capacity is forcing Russia to import gasoline from distant Asian markets, amplifying CO2 emissions through longer transportation routes. This disruption also reverberates through global fuel […]

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Will China Take Down the Petrodollar?

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Daily Standup Top Stories China may be About to Unveil a New Global Currency: Dollar Dominance Challenged, Global Trade Reshaped September 3, 2025 Clark Savage In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, whispers from Beijing suggest that China may be on the cusp of a groundbreaking move: unveiling a new initiative that could position the yuan […]

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Russia\’s oil exports have decreased modestly since 2022, shifting toward Asia

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Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration analysis based on Global Trade Tracker, Argus, and Vortexa Note: Data for 2025 are preliminary. 1H25=first half of 2025. figure data From 2020 to 2024, crude oil and condensate exports from Russia averaged 5.0 million barrels per day (b/d). Exports from Russia in the first half of 2025 (1H25) were 4.3 million b/d (compared […]

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China Shifts to Fuel Exports Due to Higher Margins

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In a significant pivot within the global energy landscape, China—the world\’s largest oil importer and refiner—has ramped up its exports of refined petroleum products, including gasoline and diesel, as domestic demand softens and overseas margins prove more lucrative. This shift, accelerating in 2025, reflects broader economic and structural changes in China\’s energy sector. As refiners […]

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Oil AGAIN Bulls Die On The Vine

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Daily Standup Top Stories Trump reveals Iran would ‘like to talk’ about a nuclear deal since they’re ‘not winning’ war against Israel June 16, 2025 Clark Savage ENB Pub Note: This update from The New York Post highlights several key issues. First, there is a willingness from Iran to talk, and President Trump wants them to […]

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Naval Force Sees Minor Cargo Dip Via Oil Chokepoint Hormuz: What It Means for Energy Investors

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The Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most critical oil chokepoint, has experienced a minor dip in cargo traffic, according to recent reports from naval forces patrolling the region. Despite heightened geopolitical tensions and electronic interference affecting maritime navigation, oil flows through this vital artery remain largely stable, offering a cautiously optimistic outlook for energy investors. […]

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