Josef Schachter: Higher Prices At The Pump for Years & ‘Tremendous Bargains’ in Oil and Gas

Josef Schachter: Higher Prices At The Pump for Years & ‘Tremendous Bargains’ in Oil and Gas

April 9, 2026 · 47 min

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Josef Schachter discusses the impact of geopolitical conflicts on the oil and gas market and highlights investment opportunities in the energy sector.

Stijn Schmitz welcomes back Josef Schachter to the show. Josef is Founder of Schachter Asset Management Inc. The discussion centers on the significant disruptions in the global oil and gas market caused by recent geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East. Schachter provides a comprehensive analysis of the current energy landscape, highlighting the potential long-term implications of supply constraints and infrastructure damage. According to Schachter, the conflict has already removed approximately 14 to 16 million barrels of oil from daily production, with strategic petroleum reserves and shadow fleet inventories currently offsetting the supply shock. He anticipates that if the war continues, oil prices could reach $80-$90 per barrel by year-end, with potential risks of prices climbing to $150-$180, which could trigger significant demand destruction. They discuss the broader implications for the energy sector, with Schachter emphasizing that the current environment presents attractive opportunities for investors. He recommends focusing on companies with large reserve life indices, low operating costs, and attractive valuations. Specifically, he highlights Canadian energy…

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