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US President Trump says 50mln bbls of Venezuelan oil are on the way to Houston and US-Venezuela energy cooperation is going well

Newsquawk Staff ·

US President Trump says 50mln bbls of Venezuelan oil are on the way to Houston and US-Venezuela energy cooperation is going well.

What it means

President Trump's announcement about Venezuelan oil heading to Houston suggests a potential easing of tensions and a strengthening energy partnership between the US and Venezuela. This could impact oil prices directly, with WTI and Brent likely to see increased volatility as the market digests the implications for supply and relations in the region. A more stable energy supply could also influence dollar flows and risk sentiment across equities.

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