The latest oil price forecast April 2025 models show potential volatility around $90 per barrel due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Investors are positioning into upstream producers likely to benefit from higher realized prices. Prediction: These 3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Will Raise Their Payouts to Record Highs in October or November was originally published by The Motley Fool A milder-than-expected winter in major consuming regions like the US and Europe led to weaker heating demand, pushing prices lower early in the year. However, the second quarter of the year saw a rebound as unseasonably hot weather in Asia and parts of North America boosted cooling demand. Supply disruptions, including maintenance delays at major LNG export facilities in the US and Australia, further tightened markets. Market sentiment for oil price forecast April 2025 indicates support near $86, with possible bullish breakouts if Chinese industrial output improves. This could add upside for energy-heavy indices like the FTSE Energy sector.
