Shell (SHEL LN) CEO says oil market supply slightly long, balanced by geopolitical risk like Venezuela and Iran

The CEO of Shell's comments on the oil market being slightly long highlight the current supply dynamics while emphasizing the counterbalancing effects of geopolitical risks, particularly in Venezuela and Iran.

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This suggests that while supply may be adequate, potential disruptions from these regions could create volatility, influencing oil prices and market sentiment in both the short and long term.

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