Syed Rashid Husain

Arab oil embargo?

Arab oil embargo?

It would tarnish the image as reliable suppliers that the Persian Gulf states have carved over the past decades. Updated 27 Nov, 2023 08:38am
The changing global oil equation

The changing global oil equation

While the Middle East war has left oil prices unchanged, the world’s transition to clean energy may be the game-changer. Updated 06 Nov, 2023 07:36am

Demand destruction of oil

Is the era of fossil fuels over or is the world transitioning away at a rate that is unsustainable and overly optimistic? Updated 09 Oct, 2023 01:04pm
Benefiting from electric vehicles

Benefiting from electric vehicles

As the world shifts towards electric vehicles, global oil demand could drop, putting downward pressure on oil prices in the long. Updated 11 Sep, 2023 10:23am

From enemies to frenemies

Convergence of interest is bringing Iran and the US closer, which can help prevent the global crude oil markets from getting red hot. Updated 21 Aug, 2023 09:42am
Oil prices gain momentum

Oil prices gain momentum

They are already in the $80s, but also have the potential to go into the $90s and even touch the $100 per barrel mark Published 14 Aug, 2023 08:47am
A ‘crude’ game is afoot

A ‘crude’ game is afoot

The oil market is torn between two conflicting plays of propping up prices or increasing market share Updated 17 Jul, 2023 09:02am
A sigh of relief for a weak crude market

A sigh of relief for a weak crude market

Oil is Pakistan’s import bill's largest contributor, and any softening of the market helps Islamabad maintain a better balance of payment scenario. Published 10 Jul, 2023 07:13am
Budget Special: ‘Fueling’ questions

Budget Special: ‘Fueling’ questions

Former PAMA chairman says we cannot benefit fully from plans like laptop scheme without technology transfer and local brand creation. Updated 12 Jun, 2023 09:24am
A hollow achievement?

A hollow achievement?

The higher costs of Russian oil import transport and refining may offset the price differential Updated 29 May, 2023 08:49am
A future for petro-yuans?

A future for petro-yuans?

In the evolving scenario, Riyadh and its Gulf Arab allies see Beijing as an emerging military power and a potential ally. Published 02 Jan, 2023 08:24am
Playing an ‘oily’ game

Playing an ‘oily’ game

While the players in this geopolitical game today continue to be the same as before, they are now aligned differently. Updated 07 Nov, 2022 08:45am