Energy traders have already baked Alaska into the price, says BofA strategist. What could come next.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 15 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Impact of the Summit on Oil Prices: The summit in Alaska aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict has contributed to a 12.6% decline in oil prices for 2025, as traders anticipate a resumption of Russian oil supplies.
Market Expectations and Opportunities: Bank of America strategist Michael Hartnett notes that any announcement regarding Russian oil could create interesting market opportunities for traders.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
