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DONNA DONG

Research Analyst, Flux

About Donna

Donna holds a BSc in Politics and International Relations & an MSc in Data Science and Public Policy, from University College London.

With a particular interest in technical analysis, Donna specialises in broad market research for refined products.

Posts authored by Donna

Brent Dips Despite Bab el-Mandeb Closure Threats

Brent falls as Bab el-Mandeb risks rise; Iraq exports resume, China expands ethylene, India restricts Hormuz crews.
16 July 2026

It’s Not Coming Home (The Barrel, Through Hormuz)

Brent stabilises below $85 as backwardation returns. Dubai weakens sharply, while refining margins climb to record highs.
16 page report
16 July 2026

Brent Dips to $83/bbl as the US Set to Back Iraq-Syria Crude Oil Pipeline

US supports Hormuz bypass pipeline, Russia refinery hit, China fuel demand weakens, while Japan diversifies crude supply.
15 July 2026

Unshocked By The Shockwaves

See all the updates across the barrel and a half dozen contracts to watch in our six reports.
6 reports
15 July 2026

Brent Declines as Trump Cancels 20% Fee

Brent eases as Trump confirms Iran shipping blockade. China imports slump, while Brazil and Nigeria adjust fuel policies.
14 July 2026

Feeling The Pressure

Dated Brent stays under pressure as buy-side remains absent. CFDs sold heavily, while paper rallies faded after short covering.
14 July 2026

Reversals (almost) all around!

Bullish strength and momentum in all but RBOB
9 page report
14 July 2026

Brent Rises As Trump Reinstates Blockade

Brent rises as US-Iran tensions escalate. OPEC cuts 2026 demand outlook, while Nigeria output and global fuel security efforts grow.
13 July 2026

Brent Eases as The US Agrees to Further Talks With Iran

Brent eases as US-Iran talks resume. Russia's fuel crunch deepens, while India expands SPR capacity with a new 13mb site.
10 July 2026

Brent Slides as Russia’s Saratov Refinery is Hits

Brent falls as Russia halts refinery runs and bans diesel exports. CFTC blocks 24/7 crude trading; Iraq backs OPEC membership.
9 July 2026

Hungry for TACOs

US-Iran tensions escalate as strikes hit vessels and targets. Brent spikes $8 before easing as markets digest renewed volatility.
16 page report
9 July 2026

Funds Risk-On Across Crude & Products

Brent rebounded on renewed Iran tensions. We expect funds to add longs across crude/products, while producers stay more defensive.
8 page report
9 July 2026