Market Views: What does a bearish oil market mean for Asia?

Sep 18, 2025

Asia faces mixed fortunes as oil enters a downward-trending cycle—lower prices offer relief to importers but threaten energy producers and investment flows across the region.

Market Views: What does a bearish oil market mean for Asia?

Oil prices are sliding as global supply begins to outpace demand, with Brent crude dipping near $67 per barrel.

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