Energy
1. The US reportedly requested Germany and France to use their emergency diesel reserves.
2. Diesel prices in 12 EU countries hit record highs.
3. US Energy Secretary: Highly confident Europe will release diesel reserves.
4. US President Trump: We will soon replenish our strategic petroleum reserves.
5. Goldman Sachs: Latin America will be hardest hit if the US bans diesel exports.
6. EU countries are consulting on releasing diesel reserves, stating they are in contact with high-level US officials.
7. Traders: Asian gasoline crack spreads rise to a record high of $50.53 per barrel.
8. Indian Oil Minister: Will request private fuel retailers to withdraw restrictions on fuel sales.
9. Officials say Vietnam's largest refinery will shut down for about 50 days starting next August for routine maintenance.
10. US Trade Representative Greer: Europe should release some of its diesel reserves. Discussions on diesel reserves have been held with France.
11. German Ministry of Economic Affairs: (Regarding diesel reserves) Currently, the International Energy Agency has no new requirements. We do not speculate on future events.
12. Canadian Prime Minister Carney: Canada will designate the proposed West Coast oil pipeline as a national interest project. The new pipeline will reduce dependence on US oil exports.
Other: 1. Iranian Revolutionary Guard: The three UAE oil tankers attacked were previously listed on the PGSA's non-compliance list.
2. HSBC lowered its 2026 average gold price forecast to $4,490/oz, down from $4,560/oz previously.
3. Ukrainian Ministry of Agriculture: Ukraine's grain exports in September fell to 1.49 million tons from 2.35 million tons in September last year, with wheat exports decreasing to 1.09 million tons. September 2025 exports are projected to be 2.05 million tons.
