Saudi Arabia simply taking a long-term view of the oil market

Saudi Arabia’s lack of a response to the plunge in oil prices has triggered a torrent of conspiracy theories, including plots to hurt Russia and Iran. These have been given extra prominence in light of the latter’s apparent role in the escalating conflict in Yemen. But we think the muted reaction from Saudi Arabia has more to do with the Kingdom taking a long-term view of the oil market. 

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