Global: Global base oils surplus narrows in September as demand growth outpaces supply.
Asia: Rising seasonal and structural rise in demand expected in H1 2026 underscores the need for timely startup of new base oils capacity.
Taiwan: Exports fall in November on slide in Group II heavy-grade shipments.
Turkey: Imports stay subdued in October as shipments from Russia extend decline
Brazil: November imports climb to 14-month high, boosting blenders' inventories at year-end.
Companies: Luberef secures feedstock continuity for Jeddah base oils plant.
Cargo flows: Wave of US cargoes set to reach Europe, Brazil, India in H2 December.