What’s the Impact of Venezuela on Portfolios?
January 8, 2026
Following the U.S. military operation in Venezuela over the weekend, discussion of the country’s energy resources has taken center stage. Venezuela accounts for roughly 0.1% of global GDP and approximately 1% of world oil supply. Despite holding significant reserves of oil, natural gas, and other commodities, years of mismanagement have severely degraded production capacity. A meaningful recovery would require sustained investment and structural reform, making any near-term impact on the global economy negligible as any meaningful increase in production would likely take several years.