Iran's Crude Oil Exports Exceeded 1.5M Barrels/Day In May, Highest Monthly Rate Since 2018; Crude Oil Output Is At 3M Barrels/Day In June
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Iran's crude oil exports reached over 1.5 million barrels per day in May, the highest monthly rate since 2018, with crude oil output at 3 million barrels per day in June, according to Reuters citing Kpler data.

June 16, 2023 | 1:15 pm
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Iran's crude oil exports and output surge may impact the United States Oil Fund (USO) in the short term.
Iran's increased crude oil exports and output may lead to a higher global oil supply, potentially putting downward pressure on oil prices. As USO tracks the daily price movements of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil, a decline in oil prices may negatively impact USO's performance in the short term.
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