Evaluando el impacto de Harvey en los mercados de petróleo y en el dólar estadounidense

The video discusses the impact of past hurricanes like Katrina and Rita on current refinery and evacuation strategies. It highlights the crack spread between gasoline and oil prices, emphasizing market dynamics and potential disruptions. The discussion extends to risks in the oil and currency markets, particularly focusing on the falling dollar and its implications. Finally, the video touches on global economic indicators, such as PMI and Chinese manufacturing, and their influence on demand.

What changes in refinery operations were influenced by past hurricanes like Katrina and Rita?

How does the current storm's category affect the expected wind damage compared to Hurricane Katrina?

What role do crack spreads play in the demand for crude oil by refineries?

What factors are contributing to the downside risk for the dollar as mentioned in the text?

How do global economic conditions impact oil prices according to the discussion?