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Base Oils and Lubricants: Weekly Global Market Review - 27 Feb '26

Iain Pocock

  • India January imports drop to a 17-month low as Middle East shipments slump — tighter domestic supply may trigger stronger pre-season buying.

  • Asia exports to the Middle East stay elevated despite Saudi plant restart, signalling resilient demand.

  • Singapore domestic exports surge to an 11-month high, pointing to a potential regional supply shift.

  • US December exports diverge: Europe & South America up sharply; Mexico & India remain weak.

  • Latin America lubricants demand hits a two-year low, widening surplus risks into early 2026.

  • Global cargo flows show Asia-China rebound, premium-grade exports from Spain rise, and Argentina shipments resume.

Global Premium-Grade Imports From Middle East Extend Fall In June

China's July Base Oils Exports Extend Surge To Record High

Base Oils and Lubricants: Weekly Global Market Review - 21 Aug '26

Global Base Oils Cargo Flows: Week To 21 August

Singapore’s Base Oils Exports Extend Rise In Month To 19 Aug