JP Morgan Says Oil Prices Could Plunge Into $30s by 2027

Group 1 - The international crude benchmark, Brent, is forecasted to potentially dip to the $30s per barrel by 2027 due to oversupply concerns [1] - Brent Crude prices have decreased by 14% year to date, trading at $62.59 per barrel as of early Monday [1] - The U.S. and Ukraine have engaged in "highly productive" talks in Geneva, agreeing to continue working on a refined peace plan [2] Group 2 - Analysts and investment banks do not anticipate oil prices falling to $40 or below, despite expectations of a near-term decline due to strong supply from OPEC+ and non-OPEC producers [2] - Peace in Ukraine may lead to eased sanctions on Russia, which could further impact energy prices [3] - Goldman Sachs predicts that WTI Crude will average $53 per barrel in 2026, indicating a continued drop in oil prices [3] Group 3 - Goldman Sachs advises investors to short oil, predicting a surplus of 2 million barrels per day on average next year [4] - The year 2026 is expected to be the last significant supply wave affecting the market, with a rebalancing anticipated in 2027 [5]