AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHormuz Crisis: Iran’s attacks on shipping have sunk two vessels and driven oil exports lower, renewing pressure on global supplies. The IEA warns diesel could remain tight, while the IMF expects conflict-hit oil exporters to contract in 2026 before rebounding next year. Saudi Security: Houthi strikes damaged an administrative building at Aramco’s headquarters, with the group threatening further attacks on oil facilities. Iraq’s prime minister told Riyadh he would prevent attacks on Saudi Arabia being launched from Iraqi territory. US-Iran Escalation: The US military has reportedly drawn up options to use its largest non-nuclear bomb against Iranian energy and nuclear sites if President Trump orders renewed strikes; its use is not approved, and officials question its effectiveness. Supply: UAE oil output reached a record 5.3 million barrels a day in September, but fresh Hormuz attacks cloud the outlook for the Gulf’s recovery in exports. Energy Links: Azerbaijan gas and Qatari investment are helping rebuild Syria’s gas connections, including a pipeline route toward Türkiye.
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