The impact of COVID-19 on global oil prices
Joining CNBC Africa to unpack how COVID-19 has affected global oil prices is Christopher Haines, Oil Analyst at Energy Aspects.
Fri, 21 Feb 2020 16:20:36 GMT
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- The main driver of current oil price volatility is the significant reduction in demand caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Global travel restrictions and economic slowdowns have led to a surplus in oil supply, pushing prices lower.
- The lack of reliable data on the actual demand impact makes it challenging for oil prices to stabilize at the right level.
The global oil prices have been experiencing tumultuous times due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a recent interview on CNBC Africa, Christopher Haines, an Oil Analyst at Energy Aspects, shed light on the factors affecting oil prices and the challenges faced by the industry. Haines pointed out that the main driver of the current oil price volatility is the significant reduction in demand caused by the pandemic. With global travel restrictions and economic slowdowns, the demand for oil has plummeted, leading to a surplus in supply and pushing prices lower. Haines highlighted the difficulty in accurately assessing demand levels due to the lack of reliable data amidst the ongoing crisis. He emphasized that until there is more clarity on the demand side, it will be challenging for oil prices to stabilize at the right level.
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