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Venezuela's New Oil Law: A Journey from Sovereignty to Survival
On February 1, 2026, there is only one news making waves in energy markets worldwide—Venezuela's new oil law. On January 29, 2026, acting President Delcy Rodríguez signed a law that has shaken the oil industry pattern established over the last 50 years to its core. This law marks a turning point in Venezuela's "Oil Sovereignty" history that was unimaginable half a century ago.
1. The 1976 Nationalization Model and Today's Divergence
In 1976, the Pérez government shocked the world by nationalizing the oil industry. At that time, Venezuela acquired the assets of 19 foreign companies, taking complete control over 12,000 oil wells and 20,000 km of pipelines. However, today's new law is a complete reversal of that model.
Now foreign investors are allowed up to 50% shareholding and management control.
Crude oil can now be sold directly, without the state-owned company PDVSA acting as a "middleman."
2. Compulsion or Practical Wisdom?
Despite owning the largest oil reserves in the world, Venezuela is currently suffering from a severe economic crisis.
Impact of Sanctions: US sanctions have reduced oil production from 2.5 million barrels to just 1 million barrels.
Inflation and Poverty: In 2025, the inflation rate reached 270%, and 86% of the country's population has fallen below the poverty line.
Destruction of Infrastructure: $100 billion is needed to repair dilapidated pipelines and outdated technology, while the country only has $300 million left.
3. Features of the New Law
Under this new law, Venezuela has attempted to show investors "sincerity" by ending its "squeeze":
Tax Cut: The oil extraction license fee has been reduced from 33% to 15%.
#VenezuelaOilLaw #EnergyCrisis2026 #PDVSA #OilIndustry #GlobalEconomics
On February 1, 2026, there is only one news making waves in energy markets worldwide—Venezuela's new oil law. On January 29, 2026, acting President Delcy Rodríguez signed a law that has shaken the oil industry pattern established over the last 50 years to its core. This law marks a turning point in Venezuela's "Oil Sovereignty" history that was unimaginable half a century ago.
1. The 1976 Nationalization Model and Today's Divergence
In 1976, the Pérez government shocked the world by nationalizing the oil industry. At that time, Venezuela acquired the assets of 19 foreign companies, taking complete control over 12,000 oil wells and 20,000 km of pipelines. However, today's new law is a complete reversal of that model.
Now foreign investors are allowed up to 50% shareholding and management control.
Crude oil can now be sold directly, without the state-owned company PDVSA acting as a "middleman."
2. Compulsion or Practical Wisdom?
Despite owning the largest oil reserves in the world, Venezuela is currently suffering from a severe economic crisis.
Impact of Sanctions: US sanctions have reduced oil production from 2.5 million barrels to just 1 million barrels.
Inflation and Poverty: In 2025, the inflation rate reached 270%, and 86% of the country's population has fallen below the poverty line.
Destruction of Infrastructure: $100 billion is needed to repair dilapidated pipelines and outdated technology, while the country only has $300 million left.
3. Features of the New Law
Under this new law, Venezuela has attempted to show investors "sincerity" by ending its "squeeze":
Tax Cut: The oil extraction license fee has been reduced from 33% to 15%.
#VenezuelaOilLaw #EnergyCrisis2026 #PDVSA #OilIndustry #GlobalEconomics
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🛢 Oil rises in thin holiday trading, supported by hopes of additional fiscal stimulus in China, the world's largest oil importer.
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🛢 Oil prices fell on Friday, heading for their first monthly decline since November, as uncertainty over global economic growth and fuel demand from Washington's tariff threats and more signs of a U.S. economic slowdown outweighed supply concerns.
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🛢 Oil continues to rise after closing the previous session at its highest levels in more than two months, supported by increasing expectations that countries around the world will cut interest rates to stimulate economic growth.
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🛢 Oil prices are steady, but heading for a weekly rise, amid optimism that economic stimulus efforts will lead to a recovery in China, but a stronger dollar limited gains.
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🔴 Crude oil prices fell during trading on Tuesday, amid declining investor expectations for demand growth due to the ongoing trade war between the US and China, the world's two largest economies.
🔻 Brent crude futures fell 0.79%, reaching $65.34 per barrel.
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🔻 Brent crude futures fell 0.79%, reaching $65.34 per barrel.
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🛢 Oil rises as US oil inventories decline and expectations grow that the US Federal Reserve will continue its interest rate cut path.
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🇺🇸🇻🇪 PRESIDENT TRUMP ANNOUNCES THE US WILL BE "STRONGLY INVOLVED" IN VENEZUELA'S OIL INDUSTRY FOLLOWING CAPTURE OF PRESIDENT NICOLÁS MADURO.
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🛢 Oil rises more than 3%, supported by hopes of a trade agreement between the United States and the European Union, amid growing supply concerns after Washington imposed further sanctions to reduce Iranian oil exports.
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⭕ Oil prices fell 2.2% to $66 a barrel as investors refocused on concerns that US tariffs will create economic headwinds that will reduce fuel demand growth.
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⭕ Goldman Sachs says that risks to oil prices tend to rise in the short term and fall in the medium term.. 🛢
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🛢 Oil stabilizes after the Russian-Ukrainian truce and a decline in US inventories.
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BREAKING: The U.S. has finalized a $500M sale of Venezuelan oil but Caracas won’t see the cash.
Under the new arrangement, oil is allowed into global markets while the proceeds remain locked in U.S.controlled accounts, reportedly routed through Qatar as an intermediary. In reality, Washington decides when or if the funds move.
This is a calculated play: energy supply is released, but financial control stays firmly in U.S. hands. Existing executive orders continue to shield the funds from courts and creditors, turning oil exports into a tool of leverage rather than diplomacy.
Venezuela gains short term relief, but the U.S. keeps influence without direct confrontation. Markets are paying attention, because this shows how energy can be weaponized through finance not force.
Under the new arrangement, oil is allowed into global markets while the proceeds remain locked in U.S.controlled accounts, reportedly routed through Qatar as an intermediary. In reality, Washington decides when or if the funds move.
This is a calculated play: energy supply is released, but financial control stays firmly in U.S. hands. Existing executive orders continue to shield the funds from courts and creditors, turning oil exports into a tool of leverage rather than diplomacy.
Venezuela gains short term relief, but the U.S. keeps influence without direct confrontation. Markets are paying attention, because this shows how energy can be weaponized through finance not force.
🛢 Oil prices fell in early trading on Wednesday amid uncertainty over shifts in US trade policy, while markets assessed the potential impact of the US-China trade war on economic growth and energy demand.
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How Aliko Dangote Reshaped the Global Energy Landscape 🌍
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In a bold move that many doubted, Africa’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, bet $23 billion on constructing a single oil refinery. Critics laughed at the idea, but fast forward 11 years, and his vision has doubled his net worth in just one year. Today, the Dangote Refinery processes an astonishing 500,000 barrels of oil daily, transforming energy markets on a global scale.
The Vision That Changed Everything ⚡
In 2013, oil prices were soaring, yet Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, lacked refining capacity. Instead of processing its own crude, the nation spent billions importing refined petroleum products from Europe—an inefficiency that drained its economy. While most saw this as a challenge, Dangote saw an unprecedented opportunity to revolutionize the industry and bring energy independence to Nigeria.
From Gamble to Game-Changer 🔥
The Dangote Refinery, now one of the world’s largest, is rewriting Africa’s economic narrative. By reducing reliance on imported fuel and increasing local production, Dangote has positioned Nigeria as a powerhouse in global energy markets. His story is a testament to vision, resilience, and strategic foresight, proving that big risks can lead to even bigger rewards.
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In a bold move that many doubted, Africa’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, bet $23 billion on constructing a single oil refinery. Critics laughed at the idea, but fast forward 11 years, and his vision has doubled his net worth in just one year. Today, the Dangote Refinery processes an astonishing 500,000 barrels of oil daily, transforming energy markets on a global scale.
The Vision That Changed Everything ⚡
In 2013, oil prices were soaring, yet Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil producer, lacked refining capacity. Instead of processing its own crude, the nation spent billions importing refined petroleum products from Europe—an inefficiency that drained its economy. While most saw this as a challenge, Dangote saw an unprecedented opportunity to revolutionize the industry and bring energy independence to Nigeria.
From Gamble to Game-Changer 🔥
The Dangote Refinery, now one of the world’s largest, is rewriting Africa’s economic narrative. By reducing reliance on imported fuel and increasing local production, Dangote has positioned Nigeria as a powerhouse in global energy markets. His story is a testament to vision, resilience, and strategic foresight, proving that big risks can lead to even bigger rewards.
#DangoteRefinery #EnergyRevolution #NigeriaEconomy
Oil prices rose on Monday, but remained affected by uncertainty surrounding trade talks between the US and China, which is casting a shadow over global growth prospects and fuel demand, while the possibility of OPEC+ increasing supplies has increased market pessimism.
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Hedge fund oil positioning is extremely bearish:
$PIPPIN • $CLO • $DEEP
WTI Crude oil net long positioning as % of open interest is down to just 10%, the lowest since 2009.
The percentage dropped -40 points in 2025, posting one of the biggest annual declines on record.
By comparison, WTI Crude net longs as a % of total futures contracts outstanding averaged ~60% in 2020-2022.
Meanwhile, net positioning on London Brent oil is down to -25% and has been negative for years except for a brief period in 2025.
Are hedge funds too bearish on oil?
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$PIPPIN • $CLO • $DEEP
WTI Crude oil net long positioning as % of open interest is down to just 10%, the lowest since 2009.
The percentage dropped -40 points in 2025, posting one of the biggest annual declines on record.
By comparison, WTI Crude net longs as a % of total futures contracts outstanding averaged ~60% in 2020-2022.
Meanwhile, net positioning on London Brent oil is down to -25% and has been negative for years except for a brief period in 2025.
Are hedge funds too bearish on oil?
#OilMarket
#OilIndustry
#WriteToEarnUpgrade
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