
Trucking executives fear sharp increases in diesel prices, and possibly shortages, as ocean carriers compete for fuel ahead of the January 1 IMO sulfur limit change. Energy experts from IHS Markit said the shift to ultra-low sulfur fuel is happening quickly.
The date is set by the MARPOL treaty and is not expected to be delayed.
Demand from ships switching to ultra-low sulfur diesel, roughly 3-4 million barrels a day by estimate, could tighten diesel supply and lift prices for freight and farm operations.
Tras 90 eventos alcista de política pasados, ULSD / Diésel se movió una mediana de +1,4 % en 5 sesiones (66% al alza; mitad central entre -1,9 % y +4,1 %), y +0,1 % en 20.
Variaciones de la referencia de cada materia prima desde el último cierre antes del evento. Las lecturas históricas agrupan eventos pasados del mismo tipo; describen lo ocurrido, no lo que ocurrirá. No es asesoramiento de inversión.