Oil Edges Up After Two-Day Slump

Oil Edges Up After Two-Day Slump

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The transcript discusses the Russian reaction to the oil price cap, which was initially benign. It explores potential extreme actions Russia might take, such as manipulating the oil market, and the vulnerabilities in the market due to low inventory and spare capacity. The discussion includes oil price forecasts, highlighting political risks over economic fundamentals. The conversation concludes with speculative price predictions, emphasizing the influence of political factors on market dynamics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of Russia to the oil price cap?

Complete compliance

Mild and benign

Aggressive retaliation

Indifference

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential extreme action Russia might take in response to the oil price cap?

Stop exporting gas

Increase oil production

Cut oil supply to manipulate prices

Lower oil prices voluntarily

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can Russia potentially manipulate the oil market?

By collaborating with OPEC

By increasing oil imports

By cutting supply gradually

By fixing oil prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the oil market vulnerable to Russian actions?

High inventory levels

Stable political environment

Low spare capacity and thin margins

Strong economic fundamentals

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main risk factor affecting oil price forecasts?

Economic performance

Political factors

Technological advancements

Environmental policies

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of efficiency improvements on oil demand?

Stabilize demand

No impact on demand

Decrease demand by 2 million barrels

Increase demand by 2 million barrels

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the UBS forecast for the best performing commodity this year?

Natural Gas

Silver

Gold

Oil