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Hurricane Rafael Halts Significant Portion of U.S. Gulf Oil Production

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Hurricane Rafael has led to the shutdown of over a quarter of oil and 17% of natural gas production in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, causing fluctuations in oil prices.


Hurricane Rafael Disrupts Oil Production in the Gulf of Mexico

In the aftermath of Hurricane Rafael, over a quarter of oil production and approximately 17% of natural gas production in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico has been halted. The U.S. Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement reported that on Saturday, 49,241 barrels of oil and 313 million cubic feet of natural gas were taken offline. The Gulf of Mexico, a critical region for energy production, contributes about 15% of total U.S. crude oil output and 2% of natural gas production.

As the hurricane made its way across the central Gulf, oil companies evacuated workers from 41 out of 371 production platforms and relocated seven drilling ships to avoid the storm's path. However, recent forecasts indicate a reduced risk to oil production, leading to a more stable outlook for the industry.

Impact on Oil Prices Amidst Production Shutdown

Following the storm's disruption, oil prices experienced fluctuations. Last week, prices rose by 1%, yet they fell over 2% at the close of trading on Friday as fears of a prolonged supply disruption eased. Brent crude futures settled at $73.87 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures closed at $70.35. The decline was partly attributed to disappointing reactions to China's new economic stimulus package, which failed to bolster oil traders' confidence.

Despite the recent price drop, crude prices increased by more than 1% on a weekly basis, buoyed by expectations that the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump may tighten sanctions on oil-producing nations like Iran and Venezuela, potentially constraining their supplies to the global market. Additionally, a recent interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve provided a temporary lift to oil prices, reflecting the complex interplay between geopolitical factors and market dynamics.

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