Insight

IEA records severe Gulf production losses and greater Atlantic Basin flows

May 13, 2026

Oil Outlook

Higher production and exports from the Americas provided partial relief after major losses from Gulf producers. Longer trade routes and changes in crude quality have altered tanker demand and refinery economics.nnRefineries assessing alternative crude must consider yield, sulphur, density, compatibility and contractual specification. A lower headline price may be offset by weaker product yields or higher processing and freight costs.


Source: IEA

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