The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has slightly increased its forecast for Brent crude oil prices in 2025, despite expectations of growing global stockpiles.
According to the agency’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO) release , the average price for Brent crude this year is projected at $65.97 per barrel, up modestly from the previous estimate of $65.85. Similarly, the forecast for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude has been revised upward to $62.33 per barrel from $61.81.
The report highlights that May marked the fourth consecutive month of declining oil prices, driven by a slowdown in global demand growth and an accumulation of inventories, primarily due to increased production by OPEC+ members.
EIA analysts expect global oil supply to outpace consumption throughout the year, resulting in stock builds and downward pressure on prices. Inventories, which have already risen in the first five months, are forecasted to increase by an average of 800,000 barrels per day (bpd) over 2025, reflecting reduced demand in OECD countries and expanded output from both OPEC+ and non-OPEC producers.
Looking ahead to the second half of the year, the agency anticipates a moderation in supply growth, particularly as U.S. production—the world’s largest oil producer—levels off, while global demand picks up. This dynamic is expected to drive a drawdown in inventories averaging 600,000 bpd in 2026, signaling a move toward market balance.
The EIA projects the average Brent price will ease to $59.24 per barrel next year, with WTI prices falling to $55.58 per barrel.
However, the outlook remains clouded by uncertainties. Risks include wildfires in Canada, ongoing geopolitical tensions such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, potential disruptions to Libyan exports, and the coordinated production policies of the OPEC+ group. Additionally, U.S. trade sanctions targeting Iran, Russia, and Venezuela continue to pose potential supply risks.
U.S. Production Outlook Upgraded
The report also raised U.S. crude oil production forecasts, projecting daily output of approximately 13.42 million barrels in 2025, up from the previous forecast of 13.21 million barrels. For 2026, U.S. production is expected to average 13.37 million barrels per day.
On the global front, oil supply is projected at 104.35 million bpd for 2025, with consumption slightly lower at 103.53 million bpd. In 2026, supply is expected to rise to 105.14 million bpd, outpacing demand projected at 104.58 million bpd.
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