Asian refiners are considering cuts to run rates and preparing for possible fuel export curbs as the widening Middle East conflict lifts oil prices and draws down inventories. Traders say any limits export would mirror the conflict’s early weeks, whe

2026-09-16

Asian refiners are considering cuts to run rates and preparing for possible fuel export curbs as the widening Middle East conflict lifts oil prices and draws down inventories. Traders say any limits export would mirror the conflict’s early weeks, when regional processors trimmed throughput amid crude shortages. Sources add Indian refiners face the prospect of reduced activity after the price surge and are considering prioritizing domestic supply. Discussions remain preliminary and no final decisions have been made.