ADVISORY/ John Kingston, Global Director of Oil at Platts, Available for Comment on Upcoming OPEC Meetings in Vienna.

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ADVISORY...for Sunday (Sept. 10)

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

What:           OPEC ministers will meet in Vienna starting Sunday,
                September 10 to discuss global demand for crude-oil.
                Although OPEC is expected to approve a slight increase
                in production, Platts data shows member nations have
                already raised output above self-imposed limits.

Who:            John Kingston, Global Director of Oil at Platts, has
                been covering oil markets worldwide for over 15 years
                and is a frequent commentator at industry events. He
                is available to offer insights and analysis on the
                production of crude-oil worldwide and likely impacts
                of any new OPEC agreements.


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