OIL IMPORT DEALS
India's May oil imports: Russia at record high, Saudi lowest in 10-month
India's oil imports from Russia hit a record high of 2.1 million bpd in May as discounts widened due to lower demand from China. Some European nations avoided Russian oil after the Ukraine invasion, making Russian oil cheaper than similar grades from the Middle East.
Russia boosts oil revenues as shipping and trading network grows
Russian oil exporters are selling oil to India at higher prices than at any time since the start of the Ukraine war, as more shippers and traders participate in the trade, weakening the impact of Western sanctions. The exporters have had to offer deep discounts to encourage shipping companies to move their crude since the invasion of Ukraine. Despite this, deals struck this month for Urals oil delivery to Indian refiners are at discounts of $3 to $3.50 per barrel to the global Brent crude benchmark, the narrowest since 2023.
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India eyes oil deals with nations including Russia, minister says
Indian Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced Bharat Petroleum Corp's plan to build a new refinery. The nation aims to sign more oil import deals with countries, including Russia, at discounted rates. Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks to provide energy at affordable rates to cushion customers from volatile oil markets.
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Political noise is temporary in the end it's about GDP growth; 6 logistics companies with upside potential of up to 39%
It will take some more time for the street to get out of the political noise and analysis and stocks may witness some more correction. But these are all short term issues, in the end markets are keen about two things, overall economic growth and earnings of the company. In the recent political noise what has been probably getting missed is the fact that GDP numbers were better than expected. It is very likely that we are going to see continued growth in the GDP numbers, yes, there would be voices which would say that focus consumption would increase and all other things, but in the end the biggest beneficiary of the continued higher growth is the logistics sector. The reason is simple, if the economy is doing well, more goods will be produced and they will have to be transported and that is why in large developed economies, logistic companies form part of a very important transportation index. Also another big factor, these companies have gone through a restructuring and have come out after facing many challenges.
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OPEC+ says goodbye to its $100-a-barrel oil quest
The OPEC+ cartel appears to be shifting away from its pursuit of $100-a-barrel oil, announcing a deal to gradually increase production through 2025. This move could lower oil prices and ease global inflation, impacting market dynamics and Saudi Arabia's financial outlook as it seeks to balance grandiose spending plans with declining oil revenues.
Oil falls as Fed policymakers look to maintain rate cuts, gasoline stocks rise
Oil prices fell on Friday due to concerns over inflation risks, U.S. crude inventories, and OPEC+ negotiations to extend oil production cuts.
Reliance signs deal with Russia's Rosneft to purchase oil in roubles
Reliance Industries has signed a one-year deal with Russia's Rosneft to purchase at least 3 million barrels of oil monthly in roubles. This agreement, following President Putin's push for alternative financial systems amid Western sanctions, secures discounted oil for Reliance and underscores India's role as a major buyer of Russian crude.
Oil prices stable as markets believe major stakeholders don't want hostilities to escalate: Hardeep Singh Puri
Global oil prices holding at $82/barrel despite OPEC supply cuts, wars, and uncertainties. Oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri believes major stakeholders don't want hostilities to escalate, maintaining supply-demand equilibrium. OPEC and allies control market by keeping 7 million barrels/day off the market.
Vedanta: How an old-age biz is trying to deliver a new-age baby
The complete acquisition of AvanStrate positions Vedanta in the display panel market, with plans to build its own display glass plant in Gujarat. The company is also eyeing partnerships for a potential chip plant. Vedanta's foray into electronics manufacturing, spearheaded by Agarwal's son-in-law Akarsh K. Hebbar, aligns with its core business of metals and mining.
India signs deal with Iran to run Chabahar port
At the end of the 10-year period, both sides will extend their cooperation in Chabahar. IPGL will invest about $120 million in equipping the port, officials said. India has also offered a rupee credit window equivalent to $250 million for mutually identified projects aimed at improving Chabahar-related infrastructure, they said.
Share of Russian oil in India's imports rises to 35% in FY24
The share of Russian oil in India's total imports rose to 35% in 2023-24 from 23% in the previous year, according to energy cargo tracker Vortexa. During the year, all other key suppliers, including Iraq, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and the US lost share in the Indian market. Iraq's share fell to 20% (from 21%). Similar drops were noted for Saudi Arabia (15% from 17.5%), UAE (6% from 9%), and the US (3.5% from 5.5%).
US hasn't asked India to cut Russian oil imports: Official
The US has not asked India to cut Russian oil imports, stating that oil refined in India isn't technically Russian. US officials emphasized limiting Putin's profit by curbing Russia's oil sales avenues. They noted that refined Russian oil sold to Western nations does not violate sanctions. India has informed the US of its intent to continue buying Russian oil for its energy needs and to stabilize global oil prices. Sanctions aim to restrict Russia's oil sales and incentivize deeper discounts for buyers avoiding Western services.
Reliance refusing Sovcomflot oil shipments after sanctions, sources say
The development adds to oil export problems for Russia as its oil firms may face difficulties finding ships to sell surplus oil after recent Ukrainian drone attacks on the state's refineries. Russian companies are already struggling to collect payments for oil exports due to banking restrictions. The U.S. has imposed wide-ranging sanctions on Russia since its invasion of Ukraine two years ago. In February, the U.S. imposed sanctions on Sovcomflot and 14 crude oil tankers involved in Russian oil transportation.
BPCL: Bharat Petroleum signs 4-month US oil purchase deal with BP, sources say
Bharat Petroleum Corp has made a significant agreement with BP to purchase 1 million barrels per month of U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude for a four-month period, according to trade sources. The deal involves the refiner commencing the receipt of the oil starting from June.
India turns cautious on contracted Russian oil as US sanctions bite
The biggest state-owned refiner Indian Oil Corp. will likely reduce the amount of crude received under so-called term supply, while Bharat Petroleum Corp. and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. have decided against making firm commitments to take contracted oil next financial year, Bloomberg reported citing sources.
New sanctions threaten Russian oil sales to India
The sanctions target Russia's leading tanker group, Sovcomflot, which Washington accused of being involved in violating the G7's price cap on Russian oil, as well as 14 crude oil tankers tied to Sovcomflot. Sources said Indian refiners are concerned the latest sanctions will create "challenges" in getting vessels for Russian oil and could drive up freight rates. That may narrow the discount for the oil, which is bought from traders and Russian companies on a delivered basis.
India's cooking oil imports in Jan down by 28% y-o-y, says SEA
Increase in international prices of palm oil and the upcoming harvest of mustard crop are some of the other reasons that led to cut in the country’s cooking oil imports. According to SEA, import of cooking oil in January 2024--reported at little more than 12 lakh tonnes--is down by 28% compared with January 2023.
Russian oil: India’s state oil refiners in talks with Rosneft to secure Russian crude for long term
Indian state oil refiners, Indian Oil Corp, Bharat Petroleum Corp, and Hindustan Petroleum Corp, are in talks with Rosneft Oil Co PJSC for long-term supplies of Russian crude. The refiners aim to secure about 500,000 barrels per day of Russian crude supplies to diversify their sources.
India wants multi-year oil purchase deal with Guyana: Guyana minister
India is considering a multi-year oil purchase agreement with Guyana and aims to acquire stakes in the South American nation's exploration areas, according to Guyana's minister for natural resources, Vickram Bharrat. This decision is part of India's efforts to diversify its sources of crude oil. The potential deal with India would need approval from Guyana's cabinet.
India saves $6 bn on Qatar LNG deal renewal; signs $78 billion pact for 20 years
The two sides were engaged in intense negotiations over the last few months. There were heightened tensions when a Qatar court sentenced eight former Indian Navy officials to death in October for allegedly spying for Israel. At December-end, their sentence was reduced.
Petronet to sign deal to extend Qatar LNG imports beyond 2028
India's Petronet LNG is expected to sign a deal to extend its long-term liquefied natural gas imports from Qatar beyond 2028. The deal, which includes a 7.5-million metric ton per year deal with Qatar and a 1 million tpy deal with Indian Oil Corp, Bharat Petroleum Corp, and GAIL (India) Ltd, is expected to be signed by the end of 2023.
India dials Saudi as Russian oil purchases hit 11-month low in December
In December, India increased its imports of Saudi oil while facing payment issues, leading to a decline in its purchases of Russian oil to an 11-month low. Data from vessel tracking agencies revealed that at least five cargoes of the sweet Sokol variant originally destined for Indian Oil Corp were redirected elsewhere.
First rupee payment for oil to UAE: India looks for more deals, no targets: Officials
India's first payment in rupees for oil bought from the UAE marked a step toward making the local currency more global. Officials noted this push but clarified that there are no specific goals. With over 85% oil dependency, India aims to buy affordably, diversify sources and honor global commitments.
India resumes imports of Venezuelan oil, Reliance seeks direct deal
The resumption in trade between the OPEC producer and what it was its second largest destination for oil exports comes after Washington in October temporarily lifted sanctions banning Venezuelan oil exports, prompting a flurry of spot sales of crude and fuel through middlemen and traders, mostly to China.
India's oil imports from Russia rebound in November: Data
India's Russian oil imports rebounded in November after several plants came back online from planned maintenance and as fuel consumption rose during the Diwali festive season, preliminary data from ship-tracking firms Kpler and Vortexa showed.
India's oil imports from Russia fall in October
India's imports of Russian oil eased in October as global oil prices rose, narrowing the discounts that had made Russian oil attractive. Preliminary data from Kpler and Vortexa showed a 12% and 8% decline in India's monthly intake of Russian oil in October. Despite this decline, it is expected that India's oil imports from Russia will rebound in November, as several cargoes were delayed.
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