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Venezuela's crude production nears 1mln BPD following output cut reversal, according to reports

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  • Sources also reported that output at main oil region, Orinoco belt, gained more than 100k BPD to some 500k BPD after PDVSA's cut reversal.

What it means

Venezuela's crude production nearing 1 million barrels per day (BPD) following a reversal of output cuts indicates a significant supply-side factor that could pressure oil prices, particularly for WTI and Brent. The increase in production from the Orinoco belt suggests a potential shift in market dynamics, making this a key development to monitor for both inventory levels and pricing implications.

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