Brent oil below $78 for the first time since January 2021

Brent oil below $78 for the first time since January 2021
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A huge negative for Russian oil exporters. There are several reasons for the drop in oil:

Shrinking demand amid recession.

The persistence of Russian oil in the market. The market believes this.

Opening Venezuela to Chevron.

The decline in oil demand in Europe. Ironically, Europe is actively increasing coal consumption