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OGRA Raises RLNG Transmission Rates for May Amid Rising Global Costs

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ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has increased the transmission rates for Regasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG) for May 2025, following federal government policy guidelines. The hike reflects a rise of up to 5.44% compared to April, driven primarily by an increase in the Delivered Ex-Ship (DES) price. According to OGRA, while the RLNG transmission rate for Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGCL) has risen from $10.6906 to $11.2718 per mmbtu (an increase of $0.5812), the distribution price has slightly decreased from $12.7255 to $12.5910 per mmbtu due…

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OPEC Lowers Global Oil Demand Growth Forecast Amid Trade Tensions, Rising Output

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LONDON: The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has revised its global oil demand growth forecast downward for 2025 and 2026, marking the first cut since December. The adjustment reflects weaker-than-expected data from the first quarter and trade tensions driven by new US tariffs. In its monthly report released Monday, OPEC projected global oil demand to rise by 1.30 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2025 and 1.28 million bpd in 2026—both forecasts lowered by 150,000 bpd compared to last month. The report cited uncertainty from US President Donald…

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IMF Assured: Power and Gas Subsidies to Be Targeted Through BISP Framework

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ISLAMABAD: The government has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that electricity and gas subsidies will be aligned with the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) to ensure that only low-income households benefit from the relief, sources in the Finance Ministry revealed. The move is part of broader energy sector reforms aimed at reducing inefficient consumption, curbing losses, and supporting Pakistan’s climate mitigation goals. The current subsidy structure—characterized by blanket tariff differentials and cross-subsidies—has led to overconsumption and has often benefited wealthier consumers, undermining the sector’s financial viability. By January 2027,…

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Oil Prices Rise on US Tariff Relief Hints, Stronger China Crude Imports

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BEIJING: Oil prices edged higher on Tuesday, buoyed by signals of possible US tariff exemptions and a rebound in China’s crude oil imports, which offset broader market uncertainty. Brent crude futures rose by 12 cents, or 0.2%, reaching $65 per barrel by 0350 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude also climbed 13 cents, or 0.2%, to $61.66 per barrel. Investor sentiment improved after US President Donald Trump suggested possible relief on auto tariffs and granted exemptions on certain electronic goods, including smartphones and computers, largely imported from China. “These…

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