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In a scenario where the United States halts crude exports, North American crude prices will be capped around $60–$70 per barrel while prices elsewhere could be around $200 per barrel.
Probability
65%"So, we get a situation in North America where prices are kind of capped at 60 to 70. We get a price situation in the rest of the world where 200 is a good day."
Category
energy
Deadline
December 31, 2026(implied)211 days left
Made on
April 24, 2026

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