Japanese PM Takaichi says to release about 20 days of oil stockpiles in May

The announcement from Japan's PM Takaichi to release 20 days' worth of oil stockpiles signals a significant supply-side adjustment aimed at stabilizing domestic energy prices.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 9 Apr 2026, 23:34 UTCOn the live feed at 23:14 UTC, 20 minutes before this page

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This move could put downward pressure on crude prices, particularly WTI, and reflect broader concerns over supply chain stability and inflation in the region. Traders should monitor the potential implications for oil markets and associated commodity-linked currencies as this develops.

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