# Over-Correcting a Low Crude Oil Price Environment | Breakthrough | Breakthrough

> An analysis argues that the crude oil market, still oversupplied and with inventories roughly 30 percent above normal, could overcorrect if transport fuel demand rebounds while supply cuts continue. The author warns that a sharp price swing in the opposite direction is possible. The piece offers general commentary and no new market event.

- Date: 2020-06-19 · published 2020-06-19T12:00:00.000Z
- Category: macro · region Global · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/52822-over-correcting-a-low-crude-oil-price-environment-breakthrough-breakthrough
- Commodities: [Crude Oil (WTI)](https://feedsoft.ai/c/WTI.md)

## Why it matters

A rapid rebound in crude could raise diesel and freight costs for feed buyers, but the piece presents a risk scenario rather than a confirmed move.

## Read by commodity

- WTI: neutral

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## Sources

- breakthroughfuel.com: https://www.breakthroughfuel.com/blog/over-correcting-crude-oil-prices/

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