
Rory Johnston
Author of the Commodity Context Substack, providing expert analysis on energy markets.
Top 10 podcasts with Rory Johnston
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Jan 30, 2025 • 1h 8min
MacroVoices #465 Rory Johnston: Oil Markets Under Trump 2.0
Rory Johnston, the founder of Commodity Context and an energy market expert, dives deep into the intricacies of the crude oil market. He discusses the significant impacts of Trump’s tariff policies on oil supply and the critical importance of crude quality in refining. Johnston highlights the geopolitical implications of U.S. foreign policy on oil prices, touches on OPEC's production strategies, and explains how sanctions on countries like Iran and Venezuela shape the market. It's an insightful exploration of oil's evolving landscape!

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Jan 29, 2025 • 50min
The Trump Policy That Would Be Really Bad for Oil Companies
Rory Johnston, an oil markets analyst and lecturer at the University of Toronto, dives into the potential fallout from President Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican crude oil imports. He explains how these tariffs could severely impact U.S. refineries that rely on Canada’s heavy oil. The discussion covers the historical evolution of U.S.-Canadian oil trade, the environmental implications of different extraction methods, and how grassroots activism shapes pipeline developments. Johnston also addresses the economic consequences for consumers and refiners.

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Nov 10, 2022 • 1h 51min
MacroVoices #349 Rory Johnston: Crude Oil Outlook & SPR Discourse
MacroVoices welcomes Commodity Context founder Rory Johnston as this week’s feature interview guest to take a deep dive on crude oil supply and demand fundamentals, China reopening, Russian sanctions, and finally the long-awaited Strategic Petroleum Reserve discourse so many of you have requested. https://bit.ly/3G27jCT
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Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 24min
MacroVoices #400 Rory Johnston: All Things Oil
On this week's episode, expert in oil and energy, Rory Johnston, joins hosts Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna to discuss predictions of supply shortfalls and the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve. They explore the impact of geopolitical escalation on global oil supply, analyzing factors like understated Iran production and strong Chinese demand. The podcast also delves into the potential consequences of Iran cutting oil supply to China, the historical usage of gasoline, and the latest update on crude oil inventory and production.

Aug 1, 2024 • 1h 14min
MacroVoices #439 Rory Johnston: Discretionary Risks To The Oil Market
Rory Johnston, an oil market expert from Commodity Context, dives deep into the intricate world of crude oil. He discusses the geopolitical implications of OPEC's strategies and highlights U.S. shale production's resilience. The conversation touches on shifting demand trends, particularly from China, and examines the challenges facing the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Additionally, Johnston shares insights on how market volatility is influenced by global conflicts and recent trends in complementary markets like uranium and precious metals.

Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 5min
MacroVoices #424 Rory Johnston: Crude Oil Update: Fundamentals, Geopolitical Risks, and SPR
Commodity Context Founder Rory Johnston discusses crude oil fundamentals, geopolitical risks, and the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Topics include Saudi Arabia's oil production stance, US-Israel-Iran dynamics, Ukraine-Russia conflicts, market analysis predictions, financial indicators like the US Dollar and gold prices.

Dec 18, 2023 • 59min
What’s Driving the Fall in Oil Prices? | Rory Johnston
Oil analyst and researcher Rory Johnston discusses the fall in oil prices, investor positioning, US oil production growth, recent M&A activity, OPEC production cuts, geopolitical risk in Guyana and the Strait of Hormuz, and more.

Jun 22, 2022 • 46min
A Concrete Plan to Bring the Price of Oil Down Right Now
Skanda Amarnath, Executive Director at Employ America, and Rory Johnston, founder of Commodity Context, delve into the pressing issue of soaring oil prices. They discuss urgent strategies to boost oil supply, including the use of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and innovative interventions like a buyer's cartel. The duo highlights the intricate relationship between oil prices and the economy, warning of potential recession risks from Federal Reserve policies. They also examine domestic refining capacity challenges and the geopolitical factors complicating the energy landscape.

Oct 18, 2024 • 56min
Ep. 238: Rory Johnston on Oil to $65, Middle East Risks and Trump Agenda
In this discussion, Rory Johnston, an oil market researcher and founder of Commodity Context, delves into the nuances of the oil market for 2024. He highlights the impact of Middle East conflicts and Saudi supply adjustments on global prices. Johnston also analyzes the surprising decline in Chinese oil demand due to economic shifts and geopolitical factors, as well as the implications of U.S. oil policy amidst these dynamics. His insights provide a fascinating glimpse into the forces shaping the future of oil markets.

Jul 21, 2022 • 47min
What’s Driving the Price of Oil? A Supply-Side Story | Rory Johnston
Rory Johnston, a well-regarded researcher in global commodities markets, dives into the intricate dynamics of oil pricing. He tackles the effects of geopolitical tensions and refinery issues on market volatility. The conversation explores how past investment shortfalls and COVID-19 have shaped recovery efforts. Johnston delves into the interplay of speculative trading and traditional demand, while offering insights on U.S. shale production and future oil investment prospects. His expertise shines through as he navigates the complexities of today's oil landscape.