IEA Executive Director Birol warns of fuel issues shifting to Europe due to the Iran conflict, and crude oil hitting $90 by end of June is now priced 15% higher than before.
The possibility of US crude oil reserves falling to 325M barrels by May 1 sits at 1.1% YES, unchanged from yesterday. Traders appear skeptical that ongoing disruptions will cause a significant SPR drawdown within the next two weeks. Meanwhile, the crude oil price predictions by the end of June are gaining traction given the IEA’s projections of European fuel shortages.
The market for crude oil prices by June 30 has no recent trading activity, but the IEA’s statement points to real price escalation risk as European shortages develop. If OPEC+ responds with production cuts, that could push prices further toward $90. The absence of trading volume suggests traders are waiting for concrete signals, possibly from Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman or Joe DeCarolis.
The strategic petroleum reserve market is thin, with just $80/day in actual USDC traded. It takes $789 to move the price 5 points, meaning a single large order could shift the market significantly. YES has held steady at 1.1%, reflecting broad agreement that reserves won’t fall below 325M barrels in the near term.
The IEA warning reflects genuine concern, but the lack of immediate SPR action suggests traders want bigger shifts (a confirmed production cut or geopolitical escalation) before committing capital. For those watching the crude oil price market, a YES share at 15% higher probability could pay well if prices reach $90 by June.
Watch for OPEC+ announcements on production adjustments or further disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. These will determine whether crude prices reach the $90 threshold.
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