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OPEC+ set to hold oil output policy steady for October amid supply disruptions from Iran war
oilprice.com · September 2, 2026 · Week 2026-36
Summary
Key OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia, Russia, and other Gulf states, are expected to maintain current oil production quotas for October. The decision reflects the reality that actual production has lagged targets due to significant supply disruptions from the war in Iran impacting Gulf exports and the conflict in Ukraine. The group's ability to influence the market is seen as diminished, with physical supply constraints now outweighing policy announcements.
Strategic Implication
This signals a shift in OPEC+ strategy from managing supply via quotas to navigating severe geopolitical disruptions, effectively ceding short-term price control to on-the-ground conflict dynamics.