
OPEC moved to cap Nigerian oil output at around 1.8 million barrels a day once it stabilises, with Nigeria currently near 1.7 million. Members were urged to improve compliance with the combined 1.8 million bpd cut agreed with non-OPEC producers through March 2018.
Crude has slipped to a $45 to $50 range.
A Nigerian cap and stronger compliance would reduce supply growth from exempt producers, supporting crude prices that influence energy and freight costs for feed.
After 438 past bullish policy events, Crude Oil (WTI) moved a median +0.9% over 5 sessions (61% higher; middle half -2.2% to +4.6%), and +2.0% over 20.
After 442 past bullish policy events, Crude Oil (Brent) moved a median +1.4% over 5 sessions (60% higher; middle half -2.0% to +4.9%), and +2.1% over 20.
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