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How the Biden administration impacts dynamics in the oil markets
Oil producer group, OPEC says uncertainty around the oil market remains high with most of the downward risks being related to the coronavirus pandemic. How will the change in administration in the U.S bear impact the dynamics in the oil markets? Emmanuel Odiaka, Managing Director and CEO of ECOB Capital joins CNBC Africa for more.
Thu, 21 Jan 2021 12:09:22 GMT
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- Biden's clean energy policies to reduce fracking and invest in renewables will positively impact the oil market by decreasing production and increasing demand.
- Nigeria aims to attract investments with the passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill to revitalize its energy sector amidst global renewable energy trends.
- Forecast for bond yields in the capital markets suggests an upward trend due to rising inflation and negative carry yields, prompting investors to seek alternative assets.
The oil market faces uncertainty with most downward risks linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. The change in US administration under President Biden is set to impact oil dynamics. Emmanuel Odiaka, the CEO of ECOB Capital, highlighted how Biden's clean energy policies could affect the oil market positively. The administration's plans to invest in clean energy and reduce fracking will likely lead to a decrease in oil production, boosting oil prices. The $2 trillion relief package proposed by Biden will also stimulate economic growth, increasing demand for oil. This comes at a crucial time as the world battles the effects of the pandemic.
In Nigeria, lawmakers are working to pass the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) to attract much-needed investments into the country's energy sector. Odiaka emphasized the importance of policy consistency in the oil industry to build investor confidence. He stressed that the time for passing the PIB is now, as the industry urgently requires a new lease of life to attract investments amidst the global shift towards renewable energy.
Moving to the fixed income and capital markets, Odiaka discussed the forecast for bond yields. Despite low yields in the first bond auction of the year, analysts predict an upward movement. Factors such as rising inflation and negative carry yields indicate a potential increase in yields. Odiaka highlighted the need for a change in the current trend to prevent a flight to safety where investors turn to foreign-denominated assets due to currency instability. With expectations of the MPC's actions and the government's debt management strategies, Odiaka anticipates that bond yields will likely rise in the coming months.
In conclusion, the Biden administration's focus on clean energy and Nigeria's efforts to revamp its energy sector through the PIB highlight significant changes in the oil and financial markets. As the global economy transitions towards sustainability, these developments will shape the future of the energy landscape and investment opportunities.
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