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North Sea crude strong but momentum easing; selling emerges, diffs may decline, though tight market keeps bullish risk intact.
Published: April 14, 2026
Written by:
Vincent Wu

Vincent Wu

Research Associate, Flux
Vincent Wu
and
Martha Dowding

Martha Dowding

Research Associate, Flux
Martha Dowding
Reviewed by:
Mita Chaturvedi

Mita Chaturvedi

Research Associate, Flux
Mita Chaturvedi
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There is no doubt that the North Sea crude market is incredibly strong, with Dated Brent trading above $130/bbl. The physical differential is comfortably printing in the $18/bbl region.

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Written by

Vincent Wu

Research Associate, Flux
Vincent Wu

Martha Dowding

Research Associate, Flux
Martha Dowding

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