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Navigating the Oil Market: Current Trends and Future OutlookNavigating the Oil Market: Current Trends and Future Outlook The recent two-week rally in WTI oil prices seems to have hit a pause, prompting a closer examination of the US oil market, China's economic activities, and the global supply side of the oil sector. In this report, we will delve into the factors influencing WTI prices, evaluate its future trajectory, and conclude with a technical analysis. US Oil Market Dynamics: Last week's discussion highlighted disruptions in the US oil market due to extreme weather conditions. While Baker Hughes reported a modest increase in active oil rigs, suggesting a recovery in production, conflicting data emerged. API reported a substantial drawdown in US oil inventories, whereas EIA indicated an increase, signaling ambiguity in the market. The potential resurgence of US oil production may exert pressure on prices if the rise in inventories aligns with increased production. Chinese Economic Indicators: Despite China's stimulus package, January's PMI indicators for the manufacturing sector present a mixed picture. NBS manufacturing PMI inched higher but remained below 50, signifying economic contraction. Conversely, Caixin manufacturing PMI dipped slightly but stayed above 50, indicating marginal economic growth. These conflicting signals raise concerns about China's ability to boost oil demand significantly, potentially influencing oil prices. International Supply Side and OPEC: OPEC's oil output experienced its most substantial monthly decline in six months, primarily attributed to disruptions in Libya. While Libyan production is expected to rebound, OPEC's ongoing discussions on planned production cuts could sway the market. Today's meeting may not alter production plans, but any deviation could impact oil prices, considering the market has factored in the current production outlook. Technical Analysis: Examining the daily chart, oil prices dropped after retesting the previous resistance area below $80, coinciding with the 200-day moving average and the 38.2% Fibonacci level. Economic data discussed earlier suggests a potential continuation of the downtrend, with a retest of the May 2023 lows on the horizon. Conclusion: As WTI oil prices navigate through a complex landscape of supply and demand dynamics, geopolitical factors, and market sentiment, a nuanced approach is essential for traders and investors alike. The intricate interplay of these elements will shape the oil market's future trajectory. Our preference Short positions below 76.50 with targets at 68.00 & 65.00 in extension.
TVC:USOILShort
by FOREXN1
1
Crude oil could rally from $72Price action has been very choppy on the daily crude oil chart, but if we place a line chart over the top is shows prices are trying to break out of a small triangle / pennant. Whilst these are usually expected to be continuation pattern, they can also make decent reversal pattern. And this case, we've see prices hold above $70 on a closing basis, and the lower candle wicks made a series of higher lows. Momentum is now turning higher. Bulls could seek dips down to $72 (yesterday's low) or a break of its high, with an upside target around $78, near the 200-day MA and 100-day EMA.
NYMEX:CL1!Long
by CityIndex
OIL: Red Sea tension could support Oil price in short term🔴 Oil jumped as the US and its allies launched airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, retaliating for attacks on ships in the Red Sea that have imperiled flows of fuel and goods through the vital waterway. President Joe Biden said strikes had been conducted against a number of targets used by the Iran-backed group, with US officials saying radar sites and missile launchers were hit. A tanker industry group said military forces in the region were advising ships to avoid a key chokepoint near Yemen. The Houthis said all US and UK interests are now legitimate targets. 🔴 The main upside risk for prices concerns Iran and whether it’s drawn directly into the conflict, which could threaten oil supply in a region that produces a third of the world’s crude. The war-risk premium had previously been easing amid ample output from non-OPEC+ producers and slowing demand growth. 🔴 From our point of view, geopolitical tensions could support Oil Price in the short term, and from a technical point of view, our first Target is just below $80. Trade with care Like | Share | Comment
OANDA:WTICOUSDLong
by TheAnonymousBanker
9
WITH BULLISH STRUCTURE ESTABLISHED, BRENT OIL TO RISE ABOVE $90Brent oil last trading week completed its bullish structure, and thus indicating the potential for price to exceed $90 in the coming days. The market has witnessed the formation of a bullish structure characterised by higher-low and higher-high, signifying a positive momentum in the oil market. N.B! - UKOIL price might not follow drawn lines . Actual price movement may likely differ from the forecast. - Let emotions and sentiments work for you - ALWAYS Use Proper Risk Management In Your Trades #usoil #crudeoil #wti #brentoil
TVC:UKOILLong
by BullBearMkt
USOIL Triangle PatternHi Traders! A symmetrical triangle is forming on the USOIL 1D chart, and we could have a breakout soon. Here are the details: The market has found support and resistance at both the trendline support and trendline resistance of the triangle, as the market is looking for a direction. Looking at the price action, it looks bullish due to the market swings; the lows and highs are starting to get higher, and additionally, the market is above the 20 EMA. As long as the market is still above the 20 EMA, our view will remain bullish. We expect some more consolidation before a possible third attempt at the trendline resistance. Preferred Direction: Buy Technical Indicators: 20 EMA Resistance: 74.91 Support: 72.13 Please make sure to click on the like/boost button 🚀 as your support greatly helps. Trade safely and responsibly. BluetonaFX
TVC:USOILLong
by BluetonaFX
The Red Sea tensions - all you need to knowThe West Texas Intermediate crude oil has trended mostly sideways for over a month, moving between $68 and $75 per barrel. Yet, while the situation in the Middle East and the Red Sea continues to deteriorate, the oil market keeps growing increasingly ignorant of the dangers of a broader war in the region that could further disrupt the transit of goods and oil through (other) important shipping chokepoints and impact the oil supply (remember, the Middle East region accounts for about one-third of global oil supply). To put into perspective how bad the situation in the Red Sea has become (following the start of the Israel-Hamas War), here are a few numbers: the number of cargo ships and oil tankers transiting through the Bab el-Mandev Strait fell by approximately 50%, and the volume of the cargo (measured in metric tons) dropped by about 67% between 7th October 2023 and last Friday (with most of the decline starting in mid-December 2023 after major shipping like companies halted transit through the Red Sea). In addition to that, since the start of the year (until last Friday), the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operation reported thirty-five instances of either attack, hijacking, incident, or suspicious approach in the area. Furthermore, about a week and a half ago, the United States and the United Kingdom finally decided to take more aggressive steps against Houthi’s harassment, launching airstrikes on their positions in Yemen. In response to that, the rebels vowed to continue fighting the United States and Israel (and their allies), executing multiple new attacks on commercial and military vessels in the regional waters (the terrorist group also announced a safe passage for Russian and Chinese ships). In essence, Houthi’s attacks against the United States Navy equal a declaration of war, something the United States is trying to deny as it attempts to avoid an all-out war with Houthis and other proxies of Iran (and potentially Iran itself; do not forget this is a highly political question for the United States as it would mean higher prices of oil and a likely return of rising inflation). Nevertheless, with Israel’s administration being opposed to stopping its campaign against Hamas in Gaza, it is improbable there will be any relief from Houthi’s attacks anytime soon. In fact, a lack of diplomatic efforts to end the Israel-Hamas War and to resolve the Red Sea crisis keeps increasing the risk of new parties entering the conflict and letting the war spiral out of control. As this has tremendous implications for the oil market (with the broader war being a highly bullish catalyst for the oil price), monitoring the situation in the Red Sea remains a high priority. However, as this scenario still remains only a speculation, our price target of $65 per barrel remains unaffected (at least for now); in the short term, though, we expect the USOIL to continue oscillating between $68 and $75 (and perhaps even breaking temporarily above this range). Illustration 1.01 Illustration 1.01 displays the daily chart of the USOIL. Yellow arrows indicate significant events in the Middle East. It can be observed that oil rose only slightly in response to the eruption of the Israel-Hamas War on 7th October 2023, and then quickly reversed the direction. Once Houthi rebels began to ramp up their attacks on commercial and military ships in November 2023, oil ticked higher only a bit and then resumed a decline (it is important to note that Houthis were causing problems in the region already before the war). Then, in mid-December 2023, major shipping companies started to halt the transit of their ships through the region. Since then, the USOIL has trended mostly sideways (despite tensions continuing to rise). Technical analysis Daily time frame = Neutral Weekly time frame = Neutral Please feel free to express your ideas and thoughts in the comment section. DISCLAIMER: This analysis is not intended to encourage any buying or selling of any particular securities. Furthermore, it should not be a basis for taking any trade action by an individual investor or any other entity. Your own due diligence is highly advised before entering a trade.
TVC:USOILShort
by Tradersweekly
2
USOIL H1 / POSSIBLE BEARISH MARKET STRUCTURE 🛢💲Hello Traders! This is my idea related to USOIL H1. I see that WTI set a new WH and I expect a bearish move to close the FVG H1. If confirmed, it's a good opportunity to execute a Short Trade. Traders, if you liked my idea or if you have a different vision related to this trade, write in the comments. I will be glad to see your perspective. ____________________________________ Follow, like, and comment to see my content: www.tradingview.com
BLACKBULL:WTIShort
by GoodTradeST
2
7 Diamnesion Analysis for OIL 😇 7 Dimension Analysis Time Frame: H4 1️⃣ Swing Structure: Bearish 🟢 Structure Behavior: Break of Structure (BoS) 🟢 Swing Move: Corrective move is filled POi, now impulsive is starting 🟢 Inducement: Done 🟢 Pull Back: 1st and deep 🟢 Internal Structure: Bearish 🟢 Ext OB: Mitigated 🟢 Supply, Distribution, Rejection: Trendline broke, trend line Breakout/CIP done 🟢 Time Frame Confluence: Daily, H4 2️⃣ Pattern 🟢 CHART PATTERNS: Reversal, Rounding Patterns, Double top 🟢 CANDLE PATTERNS: Record Session count observed in internal leg, Shrinking long wick end, Change in guard engulf, Momentum: strict engulfing with bearish strength, Tower top also observed 3️⃣ Volume 🟢 Fixed Range: In this area, bears are already strong 🟢 No Volume during correction 4️⃣ Momentum RSI 🟢 Zone: Bearish sideways 🟢 Range shift: Bullish to sideways properly 🟢 Overbought rejections count: 2 5️⃣ Volatility Bollinger Bands 🟢 Middle band: Price below the middle band with a ninja candle bearish closing 🟢 Contraction: Fully 🟢 Two Band Punchers: Observed in the upper band 6️⃣ Strength According to ROC 🟢 Values: USD -3.05, OIL is -15 7️⃣ Sentiment According to all sentiments, oil prices are under pressure ✔️ Entry Time Frame: H4 ✅ Entry TF Structure: Bearish ☑️ Current move: Impulsive ✔ Support Resistance Base: Supply area rejection ☑️ Candles Behavior: RSC, bearish Momentum ☑️ FIB Trigger event: Done ☑️ Trendline breakout: Done 💡 Decision: Sell at opening 🚀 Entry: 73.45 ✋ Stop Loss: 76.87 🎯 Take Profit: 62.55 2nd If Internal Structure Changes also Exit 3rd Trendline Breakout, Fomo 😊 Risk to Reward Ratio: 1:3.5 🕛 Expected Duration: 15 days SUMMARY: The analysis suggests a bearish outlook, supported by structural, candlestick, and volume indications. Momentum in RSI and Bollinger Bands also align with the bearish stance. The decision is to sell at the opening with specific entry, stop loss, and take profit levels, considering potential internal structure changes and trendline breakouts.
TVC:USOILShort
by Optimum369
WTI crude looks set to retrace before its next big leg higherWTI appears set tor a cheeky retracement. Volumes were falling during its leg higher from $68, and Wednesday closed with an exhaustion candle. Note the strong trading activity around $70 which indicates some bears were caught short and bulls initiated, which assumes short-covering helped fuel the rally and any retracement towards $70 could also be supported. From here we’re looking for prices to revert to $70. But given the strong support around the June lows / $68 and false break of $70, the bigger picture view is for a bullish rally to develop following a retracement heading into the new year. $80 seems feasible as an initial target, around the 200-day EMA. But as you’ll see in the next post, a bigger bullish reversal could be unfolding on the weekly chart.
NYMEX:CL1!Short
by CityIndex
2
USOIL reacting only slightly to the tensions in the Red SeaIn mid-December 2023, we witnessed major shipping companies announce a halt to transit through the Red Sea. Then, with the launch of Operation Prosperity Guardian, we saw the same companies start reversing their decisions, only to again pause shipping quickly after the resumption (thanks to more attacks from Houthi rebels targeting Maersk ships). As such, the past three weeks in the oil market were marked by turmoil, affecting about 8.2 million barrels per day in transport through the region (and an estimated 12% of the world’s trade). With these tensions increasing, USOIL is reacting positively, and we acknowledge that USOIL may continue to oscillate between $68 and $75 in the short term (before diving lower). However, our price target of $65 per barrel stays in place. Technical analysis Daily time frame = Neutral Weekly time frame = Bearish (turning neutral) Please feel free to express your ideas and thoughts in the comment section. DISCLAIMER: This analysis is not intended to encourage any buying or selling of any particular securities. Furthermore, it should not be a basis for taking any trade action by an individual investor or any other entity. Your own due diligence is highly advised before entering a trade.
TVC:USOILShort
by Tradersweekly
USOIL Crude Oil WTI Price Prediction for Winter The potential for an increase in oil prices looms as supply disruptions in Libya unfold. Additionally, heightened tensions in the Middle East, fueled by another attack on a container ship in the Red Sea and explosions in Iran, contribute to the uncertainty. Shipping giants temporarily halted Red Sea shipments last month due to attacks by Houthi rebels, who were influenced by the conflict between Hamas and Israel. On a recent Wednesday, the Yemeni militant group, supported by Iran, claimed responsibility for targeting a container ship en route to Israel. Concurrently, OPEC announced its members' commitment to unity and cohesion within the organization, emphasizing their dedication to shared objectives. Adding to the complex landscape, last month saw Angola, a member of OPEC for 16 years, decide to exit the cartel due to disputes over quotas. In light of these developments, my forecast for oil prices is set at $80 by March 2024.
TVC:USOILLong
by TopgOptions
WTI H2 / RETRACEMENT FROM THE OB, SHORT TRADE OPPORTUNITY 📉🛢Hello Traders! As expected, we can see a retracement of the OIL H2 from the resistance level, and also, from the OB at the price of 74.900. I see this retracement as a good signal of bearish domination, representing a good opportunity to execute a short trade. Treaders, if you liked my idea or if you have a different vision related to this trade, write in the comments. I will be glad to see your perspective. ____________________________________ Follow, like, and comment to see my content: www.tradingview.com
BLACKBULL:WTIShort
by GoodTradeST
3