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OPEC further lowers 2026 global oil demand growth forecast

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OPEC further lowers 2026 global oil demand growth forecast

OPEC cut its forecast for 2026 world oil demand growth to 780,000 bpd, down for the third straight month. The downward revision signals softening consumption expectations, which is typically supportive of lower oil demand sentiment and can influence crude price direction.

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OPEC cut its forecast for 2026 world oil demand growth to 780,000 bpd, down for the third straight month. The downward revision signals softening consumption expectations, which is typically supportive of lower oil demand sentiment and can influence crude price direction.

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