The latest OPEC monthly report indicates that Algeria's Saharan Blend topped the list of the most expensive Arab crudes in September, reaching an average price of $118.49 per barrel, a 26% increase compared to August. This performance surpassed Libya's Es Sider ($117.49), the UAE's Murban ($115.39), and Saudi Arabia's Arabian Light ($109.02). The average price of the OPEC basket rose by 28% to $110.59 per barrel. Significant price jumps of over 30% were recorded for Iraqi Basra Medium and Kuwait Export crude, while international benchmarks such as Brent and West Texas Intermediate also followed a strong upward trajectory.