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Episode 63: Sanctions rally! But the devil is in the detail
In this episode of Trade with Conviction, hosts Rachel Williams, Philip Jones-Lux, and Neil discuss the seismic shifts in the oil market triggered by overnight news of U.S. sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, impacting Russian oil flows. They unpack the potential ramifications for global crude supply, particularly for India and China, while highlighting the uncertainty of President Trump's flip-flopping policies and their effect on market sentiment. The episode also touches on JODI data revealing surprising OECD stock builds, European refinery dynamics, and the strength in clean product cracks, offering traders a snapshot of key market signals amidst geopolitical volatility.
Key Takeaways:
Chapters:
(00:47) Sanctions Shake-Up: Rosneft and Lukoil Fallout
Rachel and Neil react to overnight U.S. sanctions on Russian oil, exploring the immediate risk rally in oil assets and the potential for policy reversals.
(07:45) India's Crude Conundrum
The team discusses how Indian refiners, like Reliance, might navigate sanctions and shift to spot market purchases, potentially tightening global crude supply.
(12:25) JODI Data Dive: OECD Stock Insights
Neil highlights surprising stock builds in OECD regions, particularly in NGLs, and questions their relevance for crude price dynamics.
(15:42) European Refinery Rundown
Phil examines robust European refinery runs amidst capacity drops, with a focus on gasoline demand strength and Dangote’s shaky RFCC operations.
(20:32) Crude Arbitrage and Cushing Concerns
Neil breaks down shifting crude arbitrage opportunities, spotlighting TI’s high valuations and Cushing’s critically low stock levels.
(25:42) QuickFile Market Roundup
The team fire off their key takeaways on the market.
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By SpartaIn this episode of Trade with Conviction, hosts Rachel Williams, Philip Jones-Lux, and Neil discuss the seismic shifts in the oil market triggered by overnight news of U.S. sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, impacting Russian oil flows. They unpack the potential ramifications for global crude supply, particularly for India and China, while highlighting the uncertainty of President Trump's flip-flopping policies and their effect on market sentiment. The episode also touches on JODI data revealing surprising OECD stock builds, European refinery dynamics, and the strength in clean product cracks, offering traders a snapshot of key market signals amidst geopolitical volatility.
Key Takeaways:
Chapters:
(00:47) Sanctions Shake-Up: Rosneft and Lukoil Fallout
Rachel and Neil react to overnight U.S. sanctions on Russian oil, exploring the immediate risk rally in oil assets and the potential for policy reversals.
(07:45) India's Crude Conundrum
The team discusses how Indian refiners, like Reliance, might navigate sanctions and shift to spot market purchases, potentially tightening global crude supply.
(12:25) JODI Data Dive: OECD Stock Insights
Neil highlights surprising stock builds in OECD regions, particularly in NGLs, and questions their relevance for crude price dynamics.
(15:42) European Refinery Rundown
Phil examines robust European refinery runs amidst capacity drops, with a focus on gasoline demand strength and Dangote’s shaky RFCC operations.
(20:32) Crude Arbitrage and Cushing Concerns
Neil breaks down shifting crude arbitrage opportunities, spotlighting TI’s high valuations and Cushing’s critically low stock levels.
(25:42) QuickFile Market Roundup
The team fire off their key takeaways on the market.