Two clocks, one cartel: The UAE OPEC exit and the Sunni Gulf’s real fault line
On 28 April 2026, the UAE OPEC exit landed during a war that had already shut the Strait of Hormuz. The market barely flinched. The Sunni Gulf did
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Crude awakenings: Oil, politics, and the high seas in 2025
As oil prices dance to the tune of geopolitics, global shipping braces for choppy waters. U.S. policies, OPEC’s calculations, and rising trade tensions set the stage for a year of volatility and unexpected openings
Global oil shipping market disruptions: Tariffs, trade disputes, and geopolitical risks
The global oil shipping market faces significant disruptions due to shifting tariffs, trade disputes, and geopolitical risks. These factors are reshaping pricing, logistics, and trade flows, leading to increased costs and volatility