The International Energy Agency (IEA) now expects global oil demand to decline in 2026, reversing previous growth trends. This decrease is mainly driven by reduced consumption in Asian countries, which are major oil consumers. The shift could influence global oil prices, energy markets, and economies dependent on oil exports. It also signals changing energy use patterns amid evolving economic and environmental factors.
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The expected decline in global oil demand, especially from Asia, reduces consumption forecasts, likely lowering oil prices.
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