Asian diesel market swings through volatile week as east-west spread narrows
Reuters reports Asian diesel spreads moved in opposite directions this week, the east-west gap narrowed and refining margins climbed close to $64 a barrel.
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what happened
Reuters reports that Asian diesel markets were volatile this week, with prompt timespreads and spot differentials moving in opposite directions. Regional supplies remain ample, and lower-than-expected Chinese exports for November limited the overall price decline.
The east-west price spread narrowed for both prompt and forward months, to discounts of about $170 and $110 a barrel. Refining margins recovered by more than $9 a barrel from last week, nearing $64. Aramco cut its December Arab Light price for Asian buyers by $2 a barrel, to a discount of $6.50 against the Oman/Dubai average, the lowest since May 2020.
why it matters
The market signal is that excess supply is returning as demand softens at high prices. That could weigh on diesel and jet fuel in Asia, though strong refining margins and limited arbitrage flows support the segment. Traders are also watching the start of 2027 term negotiations.
market impact
Asian diesel and jet fuel: ample regional supply pressures prices
- Asian gasoil (GO 0.001%) pressure down — regional supplies remain ample and Chinese exports came in below expectations
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- Diesel markets see volatile week; east-west spread narrows — Reuters, 6 November 2026 at 08:12 UTC
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