Devika Kumar is an oil markets correspondent for Bloomberg News, specializing in reporting on the global crude market. With a background in journalism and experience at Reuters, Devika provides insights and analysis on oil prices, supply and demand dynamics, and the impact of geopolitical events on the oil industry.
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Devika Kumar's coverage is heavily focused on the oil market, particularly around factors influencing crude oil prices such as OPEC+, US exports, and hedge fund activities. Her articles often include data citations and investment analysis related to the energy sector.
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