OPEC+ Faces Growing Skepticism as Traders Doubt 2026 Supply Cuts Despite Surplus

The global oil market is entering a period of intense uncertainty, and OPEC+ is once again at the center of the conversation. Although the alliance has announced major supply cuts for 2026 to stabilize prices, traders around the world remain doubtful. Many believe that rising non-OPEC supply, slowing global demand, and shifting investment flows will weaken the impact of the planned cuts, even as the market continues to show signs of surplus.