EBSCN·2025-06-18 14:42Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the petrochemical industry [5] Core Views - The IEA has lowered its oil demand forecast, expecting OPEC+ to increase production by 400,000 barrels per day in 2025. The global oil demand is projected to grow by 720,000 barrels per day in 2025 and 740,000 barrels per day in 2026, with a downward revision of 20,000 barrels per day for both years due to weak demand in the US and China [1] - The EU plans to gradually stop importing Russian oil and gas by the end of 2027, which is expected to sustain oil prices due to geopolitical risk premiums stemming from the Russia-Ukraine conflict [2] - The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict poses a risk of escalation, which could further drive oil prices upward. Iran's current oil production is approximately 4.8 million barrels per day, with exports averaging 1.7 million barrels per day this year [3] Summary by Sections Oil Demand and Supply Forecast - IEA forecasts a global oil supply increase of 1.8 million barrels per day in 2025, reaching 104.9 million barrels per day, with non-OPEC+ countries contributing 1.4 million barrels per day and OPEC+ contributing 400,000 barrels per day [1] Geopolitical Risks - The report highlights that geopolitical tensions, particularly the Israel-Iran conflict and the Russia-Ukraine situation, are significant factors influencing oil prices. The potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for about 25% of global oil transport, could have a major impact on the oil market [3] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on major Chinese oil companies ("Three Barrel Oil") and their associated oil service firms, as well as leading oil transportation companies [4]