Peru's state oil company says fuel output could stop without $2 billion in loans

Petroperu said it needs about $2 billion in loans to avoid halting fuel output from its refineries, underscoring severe liquidity stress at Peru's state oil company. The strain is being amplified by high oil prices linked to the war in the Middle East. While the issue is company-specific, it highlights broader pressure on energy suppliers in emerging markets.

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Petroperu said it needs about $2 billion in loans to avoid halting fuel output from its refineries, underscoring severe liquidity stress at Peru's state oil company. The strain is being amplified by high oil prices linked to the war in the Middle East. While the issue is company-specific, it highlights broader pressure on energy suppliers in emerging markets.