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Venezuela returns heavy crude and Canada’s oil economy faces a direct market share test
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
U.S. refineries can process Venezuelan grades—Canada may lose share fast
A U.S. move in Caracas and plans to take control of Venezuela’s oil assets are reviving heavy crude exports. Because many U.S. refineries are already configured for Venezuelan grades, Canada could struggle to defend its market share. That pressure may hit Canadian oil revenues and in turn weigh on the Canadian dollar.
- U.S. action in Caracas is reviving Venezuela heavy crude flows
- U.S. refineries are well suited for Venezuelan oil grades
- Canada risks losing market share and oil-related revenue
- Higher pressure could weigh on the Canadian dollar
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