Oil Prices Tumble as Demand Concerns Take Center Stage

Barchart · 10/15 09:58
Oil prices fell early on Tuesday morning as fears faded of Israel striking Iranian oil facilities and traders refocused on growing demand concerns.- The September monthly average refining margin fell to its lowest for the month since 2020, indicating that the downstream supercycle that was boosted by COVID-related disruptions and Russia sanctions is now ending.- Disappointing diesel demand remains a headache for refiners as US product supply of distillate fuel oil dipped 6% year-over-year in 2024 to date amidst declining manufacturing activity…