Top Crude Oil Producing Countries in 2025

Introduction

Crude oil continues to play a central role in global energy, industry, and geopolitics. Despite growing interest in renewable energy sources, oil remains the world’s primary energy source, especially for transport, petrochemical manufacturing, and aviation.

At AetB IMPORT EXPORT, based in Saint-André, La Réunion, we provide high-quality petroleum products — crude oil, Jet-A1, and EN590 — to clients worldwide. In this article, we highlight the top crude oil producing countries in 2025, analyzing their output, influence, and role in the global market.

United States

Estimated daily production (2025): ~12.8 million barrels per day (bpd)
Main production areas: Texas (Permian Basin), North Dakota, New Mexico

The United States remains the world’s largest crude oil producer, thanks to its advanced shale extraction technology. The Permian Basin in Texas and New Mexico continues to drive production growth, with innovations in hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling making previously unprofitable reserves viable.

The U.S. is also a major exporter of crude oil and refined products, with Cushing, Oklahoma serving as a key hub for WTI crude.

Saudi Arabia

Estimated daily production (2025): ~10.5 million bpd
Main fields: Ghawar, Safaniyah

Saudi Arabia, home to some of the largest conventional oil reserves in the world, remains a cornerstone of the global oil market. The kingdom leads OPEC and adjusts production based on market needs.

Saudi Aramco, the national oil company, plays a key role in the stability and pricing of oil worldwide. The country continues to invest in refining capacities and downstream diversification while maintaining reserve production capacity.

Russia

Estimated daily production (2025): ~9.5 million bpd
Main fields: Western Siberia, Volga-Ural, Sakhalin

Despite economic sanctions and logistical challenges due to geopolitical tensions, Russia remains one of the world’s largest oil producers. By 2025, it continues to export significant volumes, especially to Asian markets like China and India.

Russian blends like Urals and ESPO remain vital in non-Western markets due to their lower prices and stable volumes.

Canada

Estimated daily production (2025): ~4.8 million bpd
Main production areas: Alberta oil sands, Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin

Canadian production is mainly driven by the oil sands in Alberta, involving costly extraction methods. Despite environmental concerns, production remains stable due to technological advancements and consistent demand in North America and Asia.

Canada also exports large volumes of heavy crude to U.S. refineries through pipelines such as Keystone and Enbridge.

Iraq

Estimated daily production (2025): ~4.6 million bpd
Main fields: Rumaila, West Qurna, Majnoon

Iraq holds the world’s fifth-largest proven oil reserve. With support from international oil companies and a developing infrastructure, the country continues to expand its production capabilities.

A member of OPEC, Iraq balances its production goals while attracting foreign investments to modernize its oil sector.

China

Estimated daily production (2025): ~4.1 million bpd
Main fields: Daqing, Shengli

China, the world's largest oil importer, also maintains significant domestic production to strengthen its energy security. Although its conventional fields are in decline, it is exploring offshore drilling and unconventional reserves.

Chinese state-owned companies like CNPC and Sinopec are also investing in foreign oil assets to diversify their supply sources.

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Estimated daily production (2025): ~3.8 million bpd
Main fields: Zakum, Bab, Murban

The UAE, particularly Abu Dhabi, is investing heavily to increase its production capacity and refining infrastructure. ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) has become a major player in the global energy market, with a strong presence in Asia.

Murban oil, a light and sweet crude, has become a global benchmark for futures contracts.

Brazil

Estimated daily production (2025): ~3.6 million bpd
Main areas: offshore pre-salt basins (Campos, Santos)

Brazil is the largest oil producer in Latin America, thanks to significant offshore reserves in pre-salt formations. Technological innovations in deep-water drilling have allowed the country to rapidly increase its production.

Brazil is increasingly exporting to Europe and Asia, establishing itself as a reliable global supplier.

Iran

Estimated daily production (2025): ~3.5 million bpd (potentially more if sanctions are lifted)
Main fields: Ahvaz, Gachsaran

Iran has the fourth-largest oil reserve in the world, but its production is limited by international sanctions. In the event of diplomatic progress, the country could increase its exports, particularly to Asia and the Middle East.

Iranian oil, of heavy and sulfurous quality, benefits from continuous investments in refining and regional partnerships.

Kuwait

Estimated daily production (2025): ~2.7 million bpd
Main field: Burgan

Kuwait remains a stable and consistent oil exporter. A long-time member of OPEC, it aligns closely with Saudi Arabia on production policy. The Burgan field is one of the largest and most prolific in the world.

The country is modernizing its oil infrastructure and expanding its refining capacity through international partnerships.

Global Outlook and Conclusion

Although oil demand is expected to gradually decrease due to trends towards energy transition, it remains strong in developing economies, particularly in Asia and Africa. Countries like India, Indonesia, and Vietnam are increasing their imports to meet their energy needs.

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