"Oil Prices on the Rise: Goldman Sachs Predicts a Third-Quarter Surge"
Summary:
In today's news, oil prices have shown an upward trend, fueled by anticipation of increased fuel demand this summer.
This optimistic outlook is tempered by a stronger US dollar, as expectations for immediate cuts to US interest rates have diminished.
Notably, Goldman Sachs analysts forecast Brent crude to reach $86 per barrel in the third quarter.
This prediction is based on the expectation of robust summer transport demand, which could potentially create a deficit of 1.3 million barrels per day in the oil market.
As of 11:15 a.m. Saudi time, Brent crude futures have risen by 0.4 percent to $79.90 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures have climbed 0.5 percent to $75.89.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
In a recent report, UBS analysts have expressed optimism about the oil market, predicting larger inventory declines in the coming weeks.
This optimism comes despite oil posting three consecutive weekly losses due to concerns about OPEC+ plans to increase production from October.
These concerns have added to the rising supply, causing oil inventories to increase.
However, energy consultancy FGE shares UBS's optimism, forecasting oil prices to reach the mid-$80s by the third quarter of this year.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
Title: Global Market Trends: A Look at Recent Developments
Summary:
In this week's newsletter, we delve into the latest market trends.
Financial Group Europe (FGE) predicts a firming up of the market, but emphasizes the need for a clear indication of tightening from preliminary inventory data.
The market has been affected by a strong dollar, which rallied after the US jobs data release caused investors to adjust their interest rate expectations.
Meanwhile, the euro weakened following French President Emmanuel Macron's announcement of a snap parliamentary election.
The strengthening US currency has made dollar-denominated commodities, such as oil, more expensive for holders of other currencies.
Stay tuned for more insights on these developments and their potential impact on the global economy.