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Oman energy production surge and fiscal growth

Overview

In the first half of 2026, Oman experienced a significant surge in energy production and fiscal revenue. According to the National Centre for Statistics and Information, oil output rose 10.6% to an average of 1.094 million barrels per day, while natural gas production increased 6.7% to 29.54 billion cubic metres. This production growth, coupled with an average crude price of $80.9 per barrel, contributed to a modest 2.4% increase in export volumes, totaling approximately 155.2 million barrels.

By August 2026, these production trends translated into strengthened national finances. Oman’s public revenues grew by 13% to approximately 6.602 billion Omani riyals ($17.14 billion). This increase was primarily driven by a 10% rise in net oil revenues and a 32% surge in net gas revenues. While public spending also rose by 9% to support developmental and economic transformation projects, total public debt remained relatively stable, increasing by only 0.3% compared to 2025.

On the international market, Indian refineries have actively engaged with Oman’s increased supply. Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemical Limited (MRPL) secured 1 million barrels of Omani crude at a premium of roughly $3 per barrel above the Brent benchmark. Simultaneously, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) purchased 4 million barrels of West African crude. These procurement strategies reflect India’s ongoing efforts to diversify its import portfolio and ensure energy security amid volatile global markets.

Entities

Sultanate of Oman · Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemical Limited (MRPL) · Oman · National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) · Chevron

Timeline

  1. 19 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Oman public revenues rise 13% in first half of 2026

    Oman's public revenues rose 13% to 6.602 billion riyals in the first half of 2026, driven by higher oil and gas earnings, despite a 9% increase in public spending.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    India’s Refineries Secure Crude from Oman and West Africa

    India’s MRPL and IOC bought 1 million barrels of Omani crude and 4 million barrels from West Africa, paying about $3 per barrel above Brent, to diversify supply and boost energy security.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Oman's oil and gas output surges in first half of 2026

    Oman's oil output rose 10.6% to 198 million barrels and natural gas production increased 6.7% in H1 2026, with crude prices hitting $80.9 per barrel.

Sources

agenparl.eu · alaraby.co.uk · en.baoquocte.vn · hajduckiportal.hr · swiftnewz.com · thearabianstories.com · vietnamplus.vn

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