
OPEC's secretary-general said the main reason for the early-October production cut was an expected oil supply surplus in the fourth quarter and early 2023. He cited uncertainty around economic growth forecasts.
The cut was justified by a surplus outlook, which signals that the group expects demand to weaken. This limits how much upside the cut can add to crude prices.
After 187 past neutral policy events, Crude Oil (WTI) moved a median -0.1% over 5 sessions (49% higher; middle half -4.0% to +3.5%), and +0.1% over 20.
After 175 past neutral policy events, Crude Oil (Brent) moved a median -0.9% over 5 sessions (45% higher; middle half -3.6% to +3.0%), and +0.7% over 20.
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