Oil premiums represent the extra cost buyers pay above benchmark crude prices to secure specific grades or delivery terms. They reflect supply-demand dynamics, quality differences, and regional logistics. Refiners use them to price feedstock, while traders and producers leverage them to optimize margins. Ultimately, consumers benefit through stable fuel pricing, as premiums signal market conditions efficiently.
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