Goldman Sachs Lowers Oil Price Forecasts, Says US Supply 'Beating Expectations,' Downplays Libya Output Disruptions
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Goldman Sachs has lowered its oil price forecasts, citing increased US supply and faltering Chinese demand. The bank now expects Brent crude to range between $70 and $85 per barrel, with a 2025 average of $77. Despite robust US supply, potential geopolitical and inventory volatility could impact prices.
August 27, 2024 | 1:18 pm
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The United States Oil Fund (USO) saw a 3% spike due to geopolitical tensions and Libya's production disruptions. However, Goldman Sachs expects these disruptions to be short-lived, and the overall oil price forecast has been lowered.
USO is directly impacted by oil price fluctuations. While short-term geopolitical tensions caused a spike, Goldman Sachs' lowered forecast suggests a neutral impact as disruptions are expected to be temporary.
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