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Government sees Brent oil barrel price dropping to an average of 86.1 dollars in 2027
Publication: ECO
Author: Shrikesh Laxmidas
Source published: 08/10/2026, 15:38:52 UTC
Briefing created: 25/10/2026, 09:16:20 UTC
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Briefings
The Portuguese government projects Brent crude oil prices will average $86.1 per barrel in 2027 after accelerating 36% to $92.6 this year, based on Ministry of Finance assumptions using CME Group data. This projection follows a sharp price surge in 2026 driven by the Middle East conflict starting late February 2026, which pushed Brent above $100 per barrel and intensified inflationary pressures. The article also notes rising short-term Eurozone interest rates, with the Euribor three-month rate reaching 2.5% in August 2026, and long-term yields in Portugal and Germany rising significantly since December 2025.
Key points
- The Portuguese government projects Brent crude oil prices will average $86.1 per barrel in 2027 after accelerating 36% to $92.6 this year.
- The Middle East conflict starting late February 2026 caused Brent to exceed $100 per barrel, pushing inflationary pressures back on global markets.
Context
The article outlines a specific economic forecast by the Portuguese Ministry of Finance regarding Brent crude oil prices and Eurozone interest rates. The findings are derived from CME Group data and September futures, reflecting the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on energy markets and inflation.
Limitations
The evidence relies on government assumptions and external market data rather than direct price observations. The specific impact of the conflict on 2027 prices remains a forecast, and the article does not provide direct price data for 2026 or 2027.
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