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Japan's May Crude Import Price Hits Record High
Published Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · Updated June 17
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- Economic Impact of Oil Prices — 1 source
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Media Analysis
AI synthesisJapan's customs-cleared crude oil import price hit a record high in May, reaching 114,076 yen ($712) per kilolitre. This increase reflects the economic impact of global oil supply disruptions, particularly amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- Japan's customs-cleared crude oil import price reached a record high of 114,076 yen ($712) per kilolitre in May.
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Economic Impact of Oil Prices
- Channel News Asia
This article provides a centrist Asian perspective on the economic impact of global oil supply disruptions on Japan's energy imports.
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