LubriEdge Metal Working Fluid (Neat Cutting Oil) Barrel in Bhiwadi

Brent Crude averaged $67.79/bbl in April 2025, down from $72.60/bbl in March. India’s crude imports fell 1% YoY, with Russia maintaining its lead and the U.S. surpassing the UAE. Domestic production declined, while petroleum product output dropped 4.2%. LNG imports surged 21.3%, highlighting a growing shift to cleaner fuels.

WTI crude oil hovers above $63/bbl, weighed by OPEC+ supply increases and U.S. trade tensions. Goldman Sachs highlights Trump’s historical preference for lower oil prices, adding uncertainty. While easing U.S.–China tariffs provided brief support, rising U.S. inventories and fragile geopolitical balances limit further upside. Market remains cautious and range-bound.

India has significantly ramped up U.S. crude oil imports, leveraging favorable WTI pricing and using energy trade as a strategic tool amid ongoing tariff negotiations with the U.S. State refiners are leading the charge, while analysts expect continued import growth, potentially impacting regional freight, WTI pricing, and global energy trade dynamics.

Crude oil prices dipped as Brent fell to $63.61 and WTI to $59.72, amid weaker Asian refinery demand and rising trade tensions. Meanwhile, the Indian Rupee marginally appreciated. India’s crude sourcing shifts toward the US, with record June purchases planned, positioning oil imports as leverage ahead of May’s India - US trade talks.

Base Oil (SN150) is priced at ₹68/kg in Delhi and ₹61.5/litre in Kandla. In Bhiwadi, hydraulic and specialty oils range from ₹87 to ₹135/litre. UK imposes anti-dumping duties on engine oil and hydraulic fluid imports from Lithuania and UAE, aiming to protect domestic manufacturers from price undercutting and margin erosion.

Crude oil prices saw modest gains, with WTI at $64.19/bbl and Brent at $67.89/bbl. The Indian Rupee weakened to ₹85.34/USD. Russia now supplies 36% of India’s crude, outpacing OPEC. Domestic bitumen, base oil, and fuel oil prices remain stable. Market sentiment is bullish amid tightened supply and rising geopolitical risks.

Petroleum product prices in India remain firm amid shifting global trends. Crude oil markets face pressure from rising U.S. inventories, trade war fears, and geopolitical tensions. India saw a modest bitumen price hike, while Iran's post-holiday supply may soon affect regional dynamics. The market outlook stays cautious and sensitive to global developments.

Oil & gas product prices remain mixed, with base oils, fuel oils, and lubricants showing grade and packaging-based variations. Global sanctions and trade shifts, particularly U.S. actions against Iranian crude, are creating supply-side uncertainty. OPEC+ production increases and stable inventory levels offer a buffer, but volatility risks remain high.

China’s crude oil imports fell 5% in early 2025 due to U.S. sanctions and port restrictions, raising freight costs and limiting supply. Refined product exports dropped 18%, while LNG imports declined 7.7%. However, imports are expected to rebound in March-April as refiners adapt, securing alternative crude and attracting more non-sanctioned tankers.