Westlark Advisors’ International Market Highlight
In January 2025, Westlark Advisors launched a new report – the International Buzz! This report provides updates on propane and LPG prices much like the Daily Buzz! – our long-running report for our domestic North American clients.
However, in a move that reflects our expanded global focus, the International Buzz! examines these values for countries and regions across the world. Additionally, this weekly report delivers:
- a review of international shipping costs
- forward price curve for propane and butane
- price behavior data for energy commodities (including crude, Natty, heating oils, and NGLs)
- a review of international prices for propane and butane for specific regions such as: Asia, Saudi Arabia, and Europe
- pro and cons of financial tools, such as carbon credits
- and much, much more!
Of course, this wouldn’t be a Westlark Advisors report without commentary! Our International Buzz! provides commentary on topics impacting shipping, issues that affect specific regions, as well as price activity within different countries.
2026 – Providing an International Market Highlight
By focusing greater attention on global markets, we can provide organizations with the expertise needed to guide them as they navigate the complexities of energy markets throughout the world. To demonstrate the value of our expanded focus, in 2026 we want to provide an International Market Highlight each week from our analysis of international markets and trends.
Westlark Advisors International Market Highlight
January 15, 2026
ASIA
Flexible steam cracking plants in Asia will significantly reduce LPG cracking in February, decreasing propane and butane volumes, driven by rising LPG prices and supply disruptions, leading to a shift in preference towards naphtha.
VENEZUELA
The Venezuelan LPG market faces severe disruption and uncertainty after Maduro’s capture, with PDVSA barely sustaining domestic supply and experts warning that export recovery could take years despite U.S. reconstruction plans.
GLOBAL MARKET
OPEC expects global oil demand to rise by 1.34 million b/d in 2027 amid stronger economic growth, even as geopolitical risks and supply glut concerns persist, with oil prices climbing and OPEC+ maintaining cautious production policies.
If you are interested in more expert market commentary like this, contact a Westlark Team member today!
Westlark Advisors’ International Market Highlight
By Gabriel Amundarain
