Economy

EIA Forecasts Brent Crude to Hit $91 per Barrel by 2050 Amid Shifting Energy Consumption Trends

EIA's Annual Energy Outlook Reveals Future Oil Prices

The United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) has projected that the Brent spot price will escalate to $91 per barrel by 2049, maintaining this level through 2050. Starting from 2025, the average price for Brent crude is estimated at $72 per barrel.

WTI Prices Also on the Rise

Similarly, the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) spot price is expected to reach $89 per barrel in the same timeframe, with a 2025 projection of $68 per barrel.

US Energy Consumption Trends

In a notable shift, the EIA anticipates a decline in US energy consumption in the near future, with a rebound beginning in the early 2040s. However, by 2050, energy consumption is forecasted to be lower than the levels observed in 2024.