Summary of J.P. Morgan Global Commodities Research - Oil Demand & Inventory Tracker Industry Overview - The report focuses on the global oil industry, specifically analyzing oil demand and inventory levels as of January 2025. Key Points Oil Demand - Global oil demand increased by 1.5 million barrels per day (mbd) year-over-year in January, reaching a total of 101.5 mbd, exceeding monthly projections by 200 thousand barrels per day (kbd) [2][4][86] - The demand for heating fuels in the U.S. has surged, with the four-week average distillate demand at its highest since March 2022 [4][86] - In Asia, travel volumes during China's New Year holiday rose by 8% compared to the previous year, surpassing the forecast of 7% [4][86] - India anticipates a significant increase in travel due to a religious pilgrimage expected to attract 450 million devotees between January and February [4][86] Oil Inventories - Global observable oil inventories (crude and products) saw a net increase of 7 mb in the last week of January, driven by a 20 mb rise in crude oil inventories, partially offset by a 13 mb decline in oil product inventories [4][86] - Throughout January, global observable oil inventories experienced a drawdown of 78 mb, primarily due to a 58 mb reduction in crude oil stocks and a 20 mb decrease in oil product inventories [4][86] - OECD commercial oil stocks reported a net reduction of 24 mb in January, with a significant 31 mb reduction in oil product stocks, while crude oil inventories increased by 7 mb [3][4][86] Regional Insights - Five economies reported their oil consumption statistics, indicating varied trends across regions [4][86] - The U.S. saw a notable increase in crude oil inventories by 9 mb, marking the largest weekly increase since February 2024, while oil product stocks fell by 11 mb due to heightened demand for heating fuel [4][86] Additional Observations - The report highlights the impact of seasonal factors, such as winter heating needs in the U.S. and holiday travel in Asia, on oil demand [4][86] - The data suggests a potential continuation of upward momentum in oil demand into February 2025 [4][86] Conclusion - The analysis indicates a robust recovery in global oil demand, driven by seasonal factors and increased travel activity, while inventory levels reflect a complex interplay of supply and demand dynamics across different regions. The insights provided can inform investment strategies and risk assessments in the oil sector.
Oil Demand & Inventory Tracker_ Global oil demand likely expanded 1.5 mbd YoY in January; global oil inventories drew by 2.2 mbd in January. Wed Feb 05 2025