US-Venezuela Conflict Intensifies: Global Oil Market Implications

Geopolitical Tensions Rise

The recent escalation between the United States and Venezuela, marked by US President Donald Trump's announcement that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had been captured, has heightened geopolitical tensions in the region ¹

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https://investasi.kontan.co.id/news/ketegangan-as-venezuela-jadi-sentimen-pergerakan-dxy-seberapa-dalam-dampaknya

. The US has taken control of Venezuela's governance temporarily until a "safe and measured transition" can occur ⁴

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https://internasional.kontan.co.id/news/venezuela-di-bawah-kendali-as-masa-depan-bisnis-minyak-dipertaruhkan

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Limited Impact on Global Oil Prices

Despite Venezuela being one of the world's largest oil reserves holders, analysts predict that this geopolitical development will have a limited immediate impact on global oil prices. The primary reason cited is the current excess global oil supply coupled with weak demand, which has kept prices stable despite the conflict ³

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Potential Impact on Venezuela's Oil Sector

The situation could significantly affect Venezuela's oil business future. With the US now in control, there's potential for US oil majors to return to Venezuela after years of absence due to sanctions and political crisis. Trump mentioned that several major US oil companies are ready to revitalize Venezuela's severely damaged oil infrastructure ⁴

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Market Reaction and Future Outlook

The DXY index remained relatively stable despite the geopolitical tensions, with its movement more influenced by monetary policy directions from The Fed and global geopolitical sentiments ²

. The market has seemingly priced in the potential impact of the conflict, showing a measured response to the news ³

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https://finance.detik.com/energi/d-8291568/trump-tangkap-presiden-venezuela-maduro-bagaimana-nasib-harga-minyak

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