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Oil prices, interest rates and war

Last updated: January 27, 2025 12:05 pm
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President Trump Urges OPEC to Lower Oil Prices and Calls for Lower Interest Rates

According to a recent article from the Financial Times, President Trump has made a plea to OPEC producers to increase oil supply in order to bring down global oil prices. In a speech given to executives in Davos, Trump expressed his disappointment that Saudi Arabia and other producers had not already taken action to lower the cost of crude oil. He emphasized the importance of reducing oil prices to help end conflicts such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, suggesting that elevated oil prices were supporting Putin’s war efforts.

Following Trump’s remarks, oil prices saw a slight decline in response to the news. As someone who has previously advocated for removing sanctions on Iran and Venezuela to limit Russia’s revenue flow, I see potential benefits in OPEC responding to Trump’s call to lower oil prices. By reducing the revenue that Russia generates from oil sales, it could help weaken their ability to finance military operations.

However, I have doubts about Trump’s suggestion for central banks to immediately lower interest rates in response to lower oil prices. While lower inflation can lead to lower nominal interest rates, the correlation is primarily driven by demand-side inflation. The Federal Reserve typically focuses on core inflation trends rather than temporary price shocks in specific industries. Therefore, the impact of lower oil prices on interest rates may be minimal.

Despite these reservations, it is noteworthy to see Trump recognizing the benefits of affordable imports, especially in a market where the US is a significant producer. By encouraging OPEC to lower oil prices, there is a potential for positive economic outcomes both domestically and internationally.

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Overall, Trump’s calls for OPEC to boost oil supply and lower prices highlight the complex interplay between oil markets, global politics, and economic policies. As the situation continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how OPEC and central banks respond to these developments.

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