Saudi Crude Exports Rise to 6.33 Million Bpd in June as Production Increases by 173,000 Bpd; Iran Output Falls, UAE Rises

Saudi Arabia increased its crude oil exports to approximately 6.33 million barrels per day (bpd) in June 2025, up from 5.88 million bpd in May, according to Kpler data. Bloomberg tanker-tracking data indicated a similar rise to about 6.36 million bpd, representing an increase of 441,000 barrels per day or around 7%. This export growth reflects Saudi Arabia's efforts to regain market share within the OPEC energy alliance. Additionally, Saudi crude oil production rose by 173,000 bpd in June to reach 9.356 million bpd, as reported by OPEC. Meanwhile, Iran's crude output declined by 62,000 bpd to 3.24 million bpd, and the United Arab Emirates increased its production by 83,000 bpd to 3.05 million bpd. Overall, OPEC's total crude output rose by 220,000 bpd in June to 27.235 million bpd.