Michael Lynch

Michael Lynch

Senior Contributor|Energy

I am a Distinguished Fellow at the Energy Policy Research Foundation and President of Strategic Energy and Economic Research. I spent nearly 30 years at MIT as a student and then researcher at the Energy Laboratory and Center for International Studies. I then spent several years

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Jul 31, 2026

The Oil Price Peak Is Still In The Future

Past oil crises have not seen a spike in prices, but a gradual climb. This time, it could be months before a peak is reached.

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Jul 14, 2026

An Economist Explains The Price Of Gasoline

Gasoline prices are set by physical fundamentals, but also perceptions and expectations of traders.

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Jun 25, 2026

Next Year Will See An Oil Glut But Price Pressure Will Be Delayed

Last year's expected price pressure did not materialize, but next year's will not be a repeat, with growing commercial inventories highly likely.

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Jun 15, 2026

Oil Flows Will Remain Uncertain

The market will fluctuate based on comments about the ceasefire, but also signs of whether and how fast shipping through the Straits will resume.

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Jun 12, 2026

The Iran Deal Could Be The Real Deal, But Could Be Fragile

The proposed ceasefire will see oil prices drop, but there is still potential for various actors such as Hezbollah to sabotage it.