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

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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Tankers Deliver Russian Crude to India Despite US and EU Pressure

In the ongoing geopolitical chess game surrounding Russia\’s invasion of Ukraine, Western sanctions aimed at crippling Moscow\’s energy revenues continue to face significant hurdles. Despite intensified pressure from the United States and the European Union, tankers laden with Russian crude oil are still docking at Indian ports, underscoring the limitations of these measures. This persistent […]

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Qatar vs Ursula: The Battle for LNG Production

Daily Standup Top Stories Backlash Against EU Net Zero Regulations: Qatar Threatens to Cut LNG Supplies July 28, 2025 Clark Savage In a bold escalation of tensions over the European Union’s aggressive push toward net-zero emissions, Qatar has issued a stark warning: comply with our demands or face a cutoff of vital liquefied natural gas (LNG) […] […]

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China Shifts to Fuel Exports Due to Higher Margins

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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