Diesel
Update: Indonesia scraps plan to introduce B50 biodiesel this year, will raise palm oil export levy
Indonesia had planned to launch the B50 grade - a blend of 50% palm oil-based biodiesel and 50% conventional diesel - in the second half of this year.
Russia's diesel exports jump 40% in December on higher fuel output
Russia's seaborne diesel and gasoil exports surged by nearly 40% in December from November to about 3.41 MM tonnes (t), driven by higher fuel production and a seasonal drop in domestic demand.
Indonesia launch of B50 biodiesel depends on crude oil, palm oil prices
Indonesia, the world's largest producer of palm oil, previously said it would start its B50 mandate, which requires a 50-50 blend of palm-based fuel and diesel, in the second half of 2026. The current mandate calls for biodiesel that is 40% palm-based.
Brazil's diesel imports hit record in 2025 amid local production decline
Brazil imported a record 17.3 B liters of diesel in 2025, with Russia holding its spot as the South American nation's top supplier despite ceding some share to the United States.
ARA gasoline stocks increase 15%
Gasoline stocks independently held in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) refining and storage hub rose by 15% on the week to their highest in eight months.
EIA: U.S. crude, fuel inventories rose in the week ended December 19
Monday's data release was delayed over six hours and released after the oil market had closed.
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