- Oil price spikes driven by US-Iran conflict and Middle East instability are contributing to inflation via fuel price hikes.
- Oil price spikes driven by US-Iran conflict and Middle East instability are contributing to inflation via fuel price hikes.
- Conflict escalation in the Middle East is driving oil price hikes, impacting the global market and specifically affecting the economy of the Netherlands.
- Low gas storage levels in Germany and the Netherlands, coupled with a disrupted LNG trade route, are leading to estimates of future energy price scenarios.
Russian Refineries Face Disruptions, Lowering 2026 Production Forecasts
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What happened
Ukrainian drone attacks repeatedly hit Russian refineries during the summer of 2026, restricting fuel production and causing regional shortages. Consequently, the Russian government revised its crude production forecasts for 2026 to the lowest level since 2009. Russia also banned diesel exports starting in July, extending these restrictions through September 30.
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Why it matters
As one of the world's largest producers and exporters of refined products, the disruption to Russian fuel supply impacts the global market. Prior to these restrictions, Russia exported over 800,000 barrels per day of diesel.
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Amsterdam
capital and most populous city of the Netherlands