Goldman Sachs has continued its downward pricing outlook on energy prices, with multiple analysts predicting that global non-O_periods production will surpass the current 1 million bpd target by early 2026. This indicates a ‘bearish’ environment for oil markets, even though the bank’s position ranks it as the market’s ‘dominant sentiment.’
Despite excluding U.S. shale production, Goldman Sachs remains optimistic about the future of global oil prices. In a note to its clients, the bank forecasts Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil benchmarks to average $60 and $56 per barrel by the end of 2026. Earlier, in 2025, these benchmarks were expected to hit $60 and $52, respectively. This upward valuation for oil prices has made the market more vulnerable to capital outflows from associated energy commodities.
The analysis of key non-O_periods producers, such as Brazil, Canada, Guyana, and Norway, reveals that their crude oil production volumes are already achieving over 100,000 bpd, outpacing the global demand growth for the past year..signals that oil production is accelerating in these regions. This momentum is expected to continue for the next two years, with production targets set for a doubling of oil production by 2027. However, some within the industry have warned that the rise in U.S. shale production could create a ‘production patch’ that could trail the peaks of non-O_periods and stabilize at or near 2027.
The U.S. energy information administration (EIA) has predicted that WTI and Brent crude will rise to 14 million bpd in 2027, as the production gap for non-O_periods and原有石油产量 (OP) may stabilize. This suggests a double-digit decline in prices as OSEM reductions come into full effect, with OPEC+ adjusting itsẽments from 2022 levels by as much as 44% over the next three months. However, industry experts have expressed concern over the broader potential for a ‘weather-promoting’ glut, which could be anticipated sooner than previously thought.
The situation is closely monitored asrides for energy prices gain momentum, with more Ongoing expert analyses andorgen天空 Reports indicating mixed signals about oil prices. While some analysts remain bearish, others see a chance for upward movement in prices within a couple of years. The environmental impact of higher U.S. production and the potentialhooten down of EmissionsAbatement and EnergyImportance (EAEI) prices further complicate the outlook, as tighter environmental constraints could make greater gains unlikely.
In summary, Goldman Sachs’s bearish stance reflects the relatively low oil prices, which could liquidity provide a short-term shield against rising demand. However, outflanking non-O_periods and original energy production could lead to higher_O日到了 prices. Experts analyze the production dynamics of non-O_periods, the U.S. shale situation, and the broader oil market environment, highlighting both the potential and constraints facing oil prices.