In this Global Energy Outlook Forum Europe panel, PaulHorsnell argues the widely cited oil glut is overstated, with strategicstorage and data gaps masking tighter balances. Neil Atkinson saysdemand is consistently undercounted, not overstated supply. Paul Hickinstresses OPEC+ retains strong market control, with limited US shale growth andno sustained contango likely in 2026.

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