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Refined product prices surge amid global supply chain disruptions · 1 source tracked

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Global refined product prices are rising faster than crude oil due to a significant decrease in refined product exports, particularly from Russia and the Persian Gulf. This trend is attributed to widespread refinery outages, geopolitical conflicts, and fuel export controls implemented by China, which possesses the world's largest oil-refining capacity. The impact is being felt by companies, such as Japanese snack maker Calbee, which have had to adjust operations due to a naphtha supply crunch, leading to concerns about securing essential oil-derived inputs. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emma Ma ·

    Why are fuel and petrochemical prices outpacing crude – and how long will it last?

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