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Asian refiners use smaller tankers, buy delivered crude as freight rates soar
Asian refiners are increasingly opting for smaller tankers and sourcing delivered crude as freight rates escalate, highlighting a shift in operational strategies amid rising logistics costs. This trend indicates a potential ripple effect on crude pricing and refining margins in the region, as suppliers adapt to the changing landscape of transportation costs. The implications for currency pairs linked to commodity prices, especially those involving Asia-Pacific currencies, are noteworthy as this realignment could affect trade balances and currency valuations.