
Saudi energy minister Khalid al-Falih said technical analysis shows OPEC and allies need to cut supply by approaching 1 million bpd from October levels. Russia urged caution against hasty decisions, and a full OPEC meeting was scheduled for December 6.
A proposed cut near 1 million bpd would support crude prices, though Russian reluctance adds uncertainty about the size of any reduction.
After 626 past bullish geopolitics events, Crude Oil (WTI) moved a median +2.1% over 5 sessions (62% higher; middle half -2.3% to +8.5%), and +1.6% over 20.
After 656 past bullish geopolitics events, Crude Oil (Brent) moved a median +1.9% over 5 sessions (63% higher; middle half -2.7% to +6.6%), and +0.7% over 20.
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