Crude oil has dropped into the upper $50s, and energy markets are on edge. In this episode of Focus on Fuels, StoneX experts Alex Hodes and Trevor McClanahan discuss: Four straight days of crude selloffs Europe’s refinery maintenance and Russia’s diesel export cuts China’s buying slowdown during Golden Week S. diesel inventories and heating oil demand heading into winter OPEC’s next moves and U.S. shale production trends Subscribe to stay informed with timely analysis on how supply pressures and seasonal demand could shape diesel and crude prices in the weeks ahead.

In this episode, Alex Hodes and Trevor McClanahan break down why diesel is leading the energy complex despite soft crude fundamentals. They discuss refinery outages, OPEC’s strategy shift, tariff impacts on Asian demand, and what the U.S. shale slowdown signals for summer prices. This is a must-listen for energy buyers and market watchers.

StoneX's Alex Hodes and Trevor McClanahan discuss Kazakhstan's defiance of OPEC quotas and the resulting risks of a price war, with implications for crude oil markets, U.S. policy, and global demand.

Oil prices fall amid tariff panic, but StoneX experts say the supply and demand story remains intact. Get their analysis on what’s driving volatility – and what’s next.

With crude oil trading in a narrow range, propane has taken the spotlight. In this episode, hosts Alex Hodes and Trevor McClanahan are joined by Nathan Keown to examine why propane prices are rising at a time they typically soften. From Gulf Coast infrastructure hiccups to Asian petrochemical demand, the trio breaks down what’s really driving the market—and how energy marketers can position themselves with confidence.

In this episode of Focus on Fuels, Alex Hodes and Trevor McClanahan break down the latest volatility in oil markets. With crude prices dipping into the mid-$60s, they explore how tariffs, sanctions, and OPEC's strategy are shaping energy trends. Hodes and McClanahan also examine the surprising resilience of natural gas and what it means for traders and industry players.

The oil markets kicked off the year with volatility, driven by geopolitical factors, weather events, and shifting supply dynamics. In this episode, hosts Alex and Trevor break down how the Trump administration’s policies, sanctions on Russia and Iran, and OPEC’s production decisions are shaping global energy markets. They also analyze the role of the Dark Fleet, Canada’s oil tariffs, and refinery disruptions impacting supply and pricing.

The global energy market is undergoing significant changes, with geopolitics taking center stage. In this episode, hosts Alex Hodes and Trevor McClanahan get into the impact of the recent U.S. election on oil markets and energy policy. They assess the potential effects of the Trump administration's "drill baby drill" stance, explore OPEC's production strategy, and highlight Iran's critical role in global crude oil supply. Alex and Trevor also cover how geopolitical tensions shape market sentiment and the evolving landscape of environmental regulations and blending mandates.