In a recent analysis, JPMorgan expressed bullish sentiments on the global energy sector, predicting an upcoming 'supercycle' propelled by low capital expenditure (CAPEX) and supply shocks. The bank anticipates a significant rise in Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices, with Brent potentially reaching $150 per barrel by 2026. This surge is expected to benefit major energy firms such as Shell (LON:SHEL), Baker Hughes, and Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM).

The analysis also underscored the implications of these rising oil prices on consumers and inflation, hinting at a possible shift in Federal Reserve policy amidst concerns of a looming recession. The impact of OPEC's production cuts, resilient demand, geopolitical disruptions, and supply worries were also examined.

The bank's forecast is based on an anticipated supply-demand imbalance leading to deficits. It projects a deficit of 1.1 million barrels per day by 2025, escalating to 7.1 million barrels per day by 2030. These deficits are largely attributed to ongoing geopolitical shocks and supply concerns within the global energy markets.

The report highlighted the role of OPEC's production cuts in this scenario. Despite the persistent demand, these cuts are contributing to the predicted supply shortages that form the basis of JPMorgan's bullish stance on the sector.

This analysis from JPMorgan provides a comprehensive outlook on the global energy sector, emphasizing the potential for an impending 'supercycle'. The forecasted surge in oil prices and its subsequent impact on key players in the energy market, consumers, inflation rates, and Federal Reserve policy underline the far-reaching implications of this prediction.