Why OPEC May Die Of Self-Inflicted Wounds

OPEC is facing a crisis. At nearly 60 years old, this isn't its first crisis by any means, but the current one could be the beginning of the end. What really threatens OPEC's survival is something it helped bring to life: shale production.

Jun 2, 2016

OPEC is facing a crisis. At nearly 60 years old, this isn't its first crisis by any means, but the current one could be the beginning of the end. What really threatens OPEC's survival is something it helped bring to life: shale production.

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