Rising U.S.-Venezuela Strains and New OPEC+ Goals Signal a Pivotal Week for Oil
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 31 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
U.S. Military Actions: The U.S. is reportedly planning to conduct military strikes on installations in Venezuela, with actions potentially imminent according to sources cited by the Miami Herald.
Oil Production Focus: Traders are also closely monitoring an upcoming decision by major oil producers regarding crude output targets, amidst rising tensions with Venezuela.
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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.








