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High ImpactMay 29, 2026Japan Crude Oil Imports Collapse 66% Amid Middle East Disruptions
Japan has experienced a dramatic 66% decline in crude oil imports, driven by supply disruptions originating in the Middle East. This represents a critical procurement shock for one of the world's larg
Crypto Briefing#crude-oil-disruption#japan-imports#middle-east-supply-chain
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactMay 18, 2026Russian LNG Transit Costs Double, Eroding Export Revenue
Russian LNG shipments to Asia face a significant economic headwind as transit costs have doubled, substantially reducing export revenue and reshaping the economics of long-haul energy logistics. This
Baird Maritime#lng-shipping#transit-costs#russia-sanctions