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Core Viewpoint - International oil prices surged over 5% due to new sanctions on Russian oil, with Brent crude nearing $66 per barrel and WTI crude exceeding $61.7 per barrel [2][3]. Energy Sector - NYMEX WTI crude oil price reached $61.72, increasing by $3.22 or 5.49% [3][5]. - ICE Brent crude oil price was reported at $65.91, up by $3.32 or 5.30% [4]. - INE crude oil rose to 459.7, an increase of 17.9 or 4.05% [3]. Sanctions and Regulatory Changes - The European Union announced its 19th round of sanctions against Russia, which includes a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas starting in 2027 and a price cap on Russian oil set at $47.6 per barrel [7]. - The U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on two major Russian oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, due to Russia's lack of commitment to ending the Ukraine conflict [8]. - The sanctions are expected to significantly impact the Russian economy and complicate oil exports, potentially leading to reduced purchases from Asian buyers [8]. Market Reactions - U.S. energy stocks saw a collective rise in pre-market trading, with companies like Schlumberger and ConocoPhillips increasing by over 2% [5][6]. - The sanctions and geopolitical tensions have led to concerns about supply, contributing to the recent spike in oil prices [8].