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On March 8th, four sources familiar with the matter told Reuters that Saudi Arabia has informed Iran that while it supports a diplomatic solution to the conflict between Iran and the United States, it may take appropriate measures in response if Iran continues to attack Saudi Arabia and its energy sector. The sources revealed that two days prior, the Saudi Foreign Minister met with the Iranian Foreign Minister and clearly articulated Riyadhs position. The sources indicated that Saudi Arabia is willing to accept any mediation approach aimed at de-escalating the situation and reaching a solution through negotiations. They also emphasized that Riyadh and other Gulf states have never allowed the United States to use their airspace or territory to launch airstrikes against Iran.On March 8th, local time, on the evening of the 7th, Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesman Naini stated that in the first week after the outbreak of the conflict, the Iranian armed forces implemented a multi-layered offensive strategy. Statistics show that Iran conducted 600 missile strikes, using various types of solid and liquid-fueled ballistic missiles and cruise missiles. In addition, Iran conducted 2,600 drone operations. During these operations, more than 200 sensitive targets located at US military bases and key Israeli facilities were precisely targeted and destroyed. Naini emphasized that the scale of Iranian firepower projection in the first three days of the conflict was equivalent to the total firepower deployed during the entire "12-Day War." Naini also stated that 17 ships belonging to the United States, Israel, and their allies have been attacked.Local news agencies, citing sources from Irans oil ministry, reported that fuel depots in three regions, including Karaj, west of the capital Tehran, were attacked.Irans Supreme National Security Council Secretary Larijani: The United States is already mired in its own miscalculation.Irans Supreme National Security Council Secretary Larijani: Regional countries have realized that the United States can no longer guarantee their security.

WTI struggles at $87 as recession worries probe OPEC's forecast and supply deficit fears intensify

Daniel Rogers

Sep 14, 2022 11:42

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After reverting from the weekly high, WTI crude oil traders seek clear direction around $87.50 during Wednesday's Asian session. However, the present hesitation in the price of black gold may be attributable to the mixed concerns regarding the demand-supply matrix.

 

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) indicated in a monthly report that oil consumption will climb by 3,1 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2022 and by 2,7 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2023, which is unchanged from last month. Despite obstacles such as rising prices, the news also highlighted indications that major economies were performing better than projected.

 

The news that the United States intends to replenish its emergency oil reserves, as well as the German and European move to control Russian oil and gas prices, could also be favorable for energy prices. In addition, rumors that the Western oil deal with Iran is a long way off are bolstering fears of a supply bottleneck and should have helped energy bulls.

 

Tuesday's US inflation statistics revived concerns about the Federal Reserve's fast rate hike and exacerbated recession concerns. Also acting as downward drivers for WTI crude oil are expectations of economic slowdown due to China and Russia-related concerns.

 

In spite of this, the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August increased by 8.3% year-over-year, surpassing market expectations by 0.1%. However, the monthly data increased to 0.1%, exceeding the -0.1% projected and the 0.0% shown in previous assessments. The core CPI, or CPI excluding food and energy, likewise exceeded the 6.1% consensus and 5.9% prior to printing at 6.3% for the month in question.

 

It should be mentioned that the weekly prints of the American Petroleum Institute's (API) industry inventory report also contributed to the commodity's downfall. The API Weekly Crude Oil Stock climbed to 6,035 million during the week ending September 9, up from 3,645,000 the previous week.

 

In the future, the price of black gold may stay under pressure due to a stronger US dollar and economic troubles. Before today's official weekly inventory data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, however, the supply crisis concerns could test the bears (EIA). Thursday's US Retail Sales for the month of August and Friday's preliminary reading of the September Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index will also warrant close attention.

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